Catering Assistant OR Catering Services Assistant

UnitingSA; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Leave loading

Career development

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing support

Job summary

UnitingSA in Adelaide is seeking a friendly Catering Assistant to support food service across our Residential Aged Care facilities in the Western and Northern suburbs. The role is part-time or casual, offering flexible hours and a welcoming team environment where residents’ nutritional needs are met with care.

You'll work with the Chef Manager and kitchen team to plan meals, prepare and serve meals, while upholding safety and hygiene standards, and contributing to a warm, homely dining

Qualifications

• Have full working rights in Australia - essential.
• Hold a current DHS NDIS Worker Screening Check - essential.
• Have experience in aged care or hospitality, or are keen to learn.
• Hold a Certificate II in Hospitality (or are willing to obtain one) or similar experience.
• Communicate well and enjoy working in a team.
• Are passionate about providing excellent care and service.
• Studying Certificate III in Commercial Cookery? This is a great opportunity to kickstart your career.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with the team to plan and prepare meals
• Catering to dietary needs, preferences, and cultural requirements
• Supporting the Chef Manager and kitchen team with food orders and budgeting
• Maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment
• Serving meals with care and professionalism
• Sharing ideas to improve our service and resident satisfaction

Skills

Teamwork

Food prep

Customer service

Communication

Australian work rights

Education

Certificate II in Hospitality

Job description

Join Our Caring Team as a Catering Assistant/Catering Services Assistant

Are you passionate about food and making a difference in people’s lives? We’re looking for a part-time or casual Catering Assistant/Catering Services Assistant to join our friendly, supportive teams across our Residential Aged Care Facility in Western and Northern suburbs.

If you love working in a close-knit environment, enjoy flexible hours, and want to bring joy to others through nutritious meals, this could be the perfect role for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Catering Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in creating a warm, welcoming dining experience for our residents. Your day might include:

• Collaborating with the team to plan and prepare meals


• Catering to dietary needs, preferences, and cultural requirements


• Supporting the Chef Manager and kitchen team with food orders and budgeting


• Maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment


• Serving meals with care and professionalism


• Sharing ideas to improve our service and resident satisfaction

What We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have full working rights in Australia - essential


• Hold a current DHS NDIS Worker Screening Check - essential


• Have experience in aged care or hospitality, or are keen to learn


• Hold a Certificate II in Hospitality (or are willing to obtain one) or similar experience


• Communicate well and enjoy working in a team


• Are passionate about providing excellent care and service


• Studying Certificate III in Commercial Cookery? This is a great opportunity to kickstart your career.

About UnitingSA

UnitingSA operates five aged care homes across Adelaide Western and Northern Suburbs. Our facilities are more than just buildings – they’re homes filled with care, compassion, and community.

At UnitingSA, Hotel Services team works alongside clinical staff to create a homely atmosphere through delicious meals, meaningful activities, and thoughtful support.

Why Work With Us?

We offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and career growth:

• Salary Packaging: Up to $15,900 tax-free plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment


• Leave Loading: 17.5% extra on your holiday pay


• Career Development: Ongoing training and growth opportunities


• Paid Parental Leave: 16 weeks for eligible employees


• Wellbeing Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program.