Catering Assistant_Catering

Scalabrini Communities; Griffith City; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Job summary

Scalabrini Communities in Griffith NSW is seeking passionate Catering Assistants to join our village on a casual basis. You will work with the Executive Chef Manager to prepare nutritious meals, plate dishes, and deliver meals to dining areas, while delivering friendly, responsive service to residents.

The role requires previous food prep experience in a commercial kitchen, good communication, and a Certificate III in Hospitality.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation within a commercial kitchen (aged care/health services preferred).
• Strong customer service focus and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality, nutritious meals for residents.
• Handle food preparation, basic cooking, plating and delivering meals to dining areas.
• Provide exceptional, welcoming service to residents with individualized attention.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and routine checks.
• Assist with stock control, rotation, and receipting deliveries.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Communication

Multitask

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Hospitality

Job description

We are Scalabrini Communities. As a not-for-profit (or for-purpose), Catholic aged care organisation, Scalabrini puts resident needs first. We are not driven by profit maximisation and we are not guided by cost-cutting or revenue. Instead, we continuously invest back into our villages, to maintain our position as the aged care choice for migrant communities across New South Wales.

With a tradition of community, mutual help, faith and family, Scalabrini offers the provision of excellent care to the aged population and people living with dementia, delivered with a profound sense of respect for all cultures. We have eight aged care villages across NSW and SA, including five within the Sydney Metro area one in Griffith in regional NSW and two in South Australia as well as our Home Care program, Live Easy

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in people’s lives? Do you enjoy working with food and have a desire to elevate the standard of meals served in a caring environment?

We are looking for passionate, caring, and highly organised Catering Assistants to join our team on a casualbasis at our Griffith Village!

About the Role:

Working closely with the Executive Chef Manager, you will be responsible for:

• The preparation and service of high-quality, nutritious meals for our residents.
• Food preparation, basic cooking, food presentation, plating, and delivering meals to dining areas.
• Providing exceptional customer service, ensuring residents feel welcomed, receive individualised attention, and enjoy responsive service.
• Complying with all food and safety regulations as scheduled.
• Assisting with stock control, rotation of stock, and receipting deliveries.
• Contributing to a harmonious and cooperative team culture based on mutual respect and trust.

The Successful Applicants Will Have:

• A great attitude and a willingness to learn new skills.
• Good communication skills and a strong commitment to customer service excellence.
• Previous experience in food preparation within a commercial kitchen, preferably in an aged care or health services environment.
• Certificate III in Hospitality or an equivalent qualification.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced team environment.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts (AM/PM weekdays and weekends).

Certificate III in Hospitality or equivalent qualification desirable.

Why Scalabrini?

At Scalabrini Communities, we believe when people feel supported and valued, they do their best work. We're proud recipients of the Xref Engage Best Workplace Award 2026 for the fourth consecutive year, reflecting our strong team culture and supportive working environment.

We also offer:

• Salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 per year to increase your take-home pay
• A role with variety, autonomy, and meaningful relationships
• A supportive and collaborative team environment