Catering Assistant - Wentworth Falls

Catholic Healthcare; Wentworth Falls; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Private health discounts

Paid parental leave

Long Service Leave

Values-driven workplace

Job summary

Catholic Healthcare is seeking casual Catering Assistants for our Wentworth Falls site. You will help deliver nutritious meals and create enjoyable dining experiences for residents, while prioritising safety and hygiene.

A caring, team-focused attitude and clear communication are essential to success in this role. We offer a supportive not-for-profit workplace, a salary of $33.20 per hour plus super, and benefits including salary packaging, gym and wellbeing programs, private health discounts,

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) is desirable, but not essential.
• A genuine passion for providing high-quality care and support to older people.
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, positive attitude.
• Good knowledge of food safety, kitchen cleanliness and hygiene practices.
• Warm, empathetic interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds.
• The ability to establish and maintain professional and respectful relationships with residents and their families.
• An NDIS Worker Screening Check and Police Check, or willingness to obtain them.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with meal preparation and resident meal service.
• Providing a welcoming, high-quality dining experience for residents.
• Assisting residents with their dining needs where required.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, cleanliness and hygiene.
• Working collaboratively with your colleagues and contributing to a positive team environment.
• Following workplace health and safety policies and procedures to keep yourself, your colleagues and residents safe.
• Building positive and respectful relationships with residents and their families.

Skills

Meal service

Communication

Food safety

Empathy

Teamwork

Resident relations

Education

Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)

Job description

• Casual Positions Available - Shifts: 7:00am–2:00pm or 2:30pm–7:30pm
• $33.20 per hour + Super + Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits

Exciting things are happening at Catholic Healthcare! We have been caring for people for more than 30 years and have grown to employ over 6000 caring employees. Our Mission is to promote the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities.

At Catholic Healthcare, we believe food is about more than just a meal - it’s about connection, comfort, dignity and enjoyment.

We’re looking for casual Catering Assistants to join our friendly team at Bodington in Wentworth Falls, where you’ll play an important role in creating nutritious, enjoyable and high-quality dining experiences for our residents.

If you’re someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in what you do and wants a role where your work genuinely matters, we’d love to hear from you.

About the role

As part of our Catering team, you’ll help deliver delicious meals and exceptional dining experiences while ensuring our residents feel supported, respected and cared for. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with meal preparation and resident meal service.
• Providing a welcoming, high-quality dining experience for residents.
• Assisting residents with their dining needs where required.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, cleanliness and hygiene.
• Working collaboratively with your colleagues and contributing to a positive team environment.
• Following workplace health and safety policies and procedures to keep yourself, your colleagues and residents safe.
• Building positive and respectful relationships with residents and their families.

What you’ll bring:

We’re looking for someone who combines a genuine care for people with a positive, can-do attitude. To be successful, you’ll have:

• Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) is desirable, but not essential.
• A genuine passion for providing high-quality care and support to older people.
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, positive attitude.
• Good knowledge of food safety, kitchen cleanliness and hygiene practices.
• Warm, empathetic interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds.
• The ability to establish and maintain professional and respectful relationships with residents and their families.
• An NDIS Worker Screening Check and Police Check, or willingness to obtain them.

What’s in it for you?

At Catholic Healthcare, we want you to feel valued and rewarded for the important work you do. You’ll enjoy:

• $33.20 per hour + Super
• Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits, which may reduce your taxable income
• Fitness Passport gym and wellbeing benefits
• Discounted private health insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• A supportive, values-driven workplace that welcomes people of all faiths and backgrounds
• The opportunity to build a meaningful career while making a positive impact on the lives of older people

Ready to make a difference?

You have plenty of choices when it comes to employers. Choose Catholic Healthcare and join a team where your contribution is valued, your work has purpose, and every day gives you the opportunity to make a positive difference.