Catering Officer

RFBI; Maitland; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

17.5% Annual Leave loading

Salary sacrifice options

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Royal Freemasons Benevolent Institution (RFBI) seeks a Catering Officer to ensure high-quality food service at our Benhome Masonic Village. You will prepare meals, support special functions, and maintain a clean, safe dining area for residents.

The role requires Safe Food Handling qualifications, knowledge of elderly dietary needs, and WHS awareness; Certificate III in Hospitality is desirable. This is a part-time position offering an engaging team and supportive leadership.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Safe Food Handling and Preparation.
• Certificate III in Hospitality is desirable.
• Working knowledge of Food Safety principles.
• Knowledge of dietary needs for the elderly.
• Understanding of WHS responsibilities and manual handling.

Responsibilities

• Preparing meals that are compliant with food safety programs and nutritional guidelines.
• Complying with food safety programs and delivering high quality service.
• Assist in meal preparation and catering for special functions.
• Preparing dining areas and serving meals and drinks to residents.
• Maintaining a clean work environment and proper dishwashing.

Skills

Food safety

Dietary knowledge

Manual handling

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate III in Hospitality

Safe Food Handling certification

Job description

20h ago , from Royal Freemasons Benevolent Institution

The Royal Freemasons’ Benevolent Institution (known as RFBI) is a non-for profit (NFP) organisation that has been in operation for 146 years. We currently operate 22 residential aged care villages, 20 retirement villages and a range of home and community services across NSW and ACT.

Position Information:

Reporting the Catering Supervisor, we are seeking an experienced Catering Officer who is focused on the delivery of high-quality food service to join our Benhome Masonic Village.

Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing meals that are compliant with food safety programs and recognised nutritional guidelines.


• Complying with food and safety programs and providing high quality, efficient and effective food service


• Assist in the preparation of meals and catering for special functions.


• Preparing the dining area for meal times and serving food and drinks to our residents


• Maintaining a clean work environment ensuring all cleaning and dishwashing is done in a timely manner

What we look for:

• Qualifications in Safe Food Handling and Preparation


• Certificate III in Hospitality (desirable)


• Working knowledge of Food Safety principles


• Knowledge of special dietary needs for the elderly


• Understanding of WHS responsibilities, including manual handling principles

What’s on offer:

• Work for one of the best providers in the aged care sector


• Attractive hourly rates, conditions and salary sacrifice options


• A friendly and supportive manager, culture & team


• 17.5% Annual Leave loading


• Opportunities to develop and advance your career


• Eligible for 'not for profit' salary packaging up to $18,550 Benefits - Increase your package