Catering Assistant - Ashwood

Cater Care; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Award wages

Superannuation

Shift variety

Training & development

Employee discounts

Uniform provided

EAP

Job summary

Cater Care is seeking a reliable Catering Assistant for our aged care residence in Ashwood, VIC. This part-time role offers 12 to 15 hours per week with morning and evening shifts, training, and development pathways.

You will prepare foods, maintain presentation and service standards, and support a friendly team in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Applicants should have prior food prep or customer service experience and be willing to obtain required checks.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food preparation and/or customer service.
• Desirable experience in contract catering or aged care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team-focused attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Current Flu Vaccination and National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain these

Responsibilities

• Preparing and assembling food, including salads, sandwiches and texture-modified meals.
• Maintaining excellent food presentation and customer service standards.
• Replenishing food and kitchen supplies before, during and after service.
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across kitchen and dining areas.
• Setting tables and assisting with meal distribution

Skills

Food prep

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Fast-paced work

Job description

Catering Assistant | Ashwood, VIC | Part-Time - 12 to 15 Hours Per Week

Cater Care is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistantto join our friendly team at an aged care residence in Ashwood.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on kitchen environment, takes pride in delivering quality food and service, and wants to be part of a supportive team.

Whether you're building your hospitality experience or looking for a part-time role with purpose, we'd love to hear from you!

What We Offer

• Competitive Hospitality Industry Award rates + superannuation
• Variety of morning and evening shifts
• Entry-level opportunity with structured training and development pathways
• Employee discounts across 650+ retail stores
• Company uniform provided
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your wellbeing

Your Responsibilities

• Preparing and assembling food, including salads, sandwiches and texture-modified meals
• Maintaining excellent food presentation and customer service standards
• Replenishing food and kitchen supplies before, during and after service
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across kitchen and dining areas
• Setting tables and assisting with meal distribution

About You

• Previous experience in food preparation and/or customer service
• Experience in contract catering or aged care (desirable, but not essential)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A team-focused attitude and willingness to learn
• The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• A current Flu Vaccination and National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain these

About Cater Care

Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian-owned contract catering provider, delivering quality food and service across Aged Care, Education, Retirement, Retail and Remote Services.

Our values of Care, Pride and Community are at the heart of everything we do.

We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity, supports work/life balance and provides opportunities for professional growth and development. We warmly encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity where your contribution makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you!