Catering Team Member

Elderly Care; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Elderly Care is seeking dedicated Catering Team Members to join the Stafford Lakes Aged Care Residence in a part-time role. You will assist with meal preparation, plating, and serving for residents while maintaining high cleanliness and safety standards.

The position requires a strong customer-service mindset and empathy for elderly residents, with experience in catering being beneficial. A satisfactory police clearance is typically required, and rostered hours provide predictability.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service or catering is preferred.
• Ability to work with elderly residents.
• Knowledge of HACCP or Food Safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation according to menus and dietary requirements.
• Plate meals accurately and aesthetically.
• Serve meals to residents in a timely and courteous manner.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, dining areas and equipment.
• Dispose of waste properly and ensure sanitation compliance.
• Adhere to safe food handling practices and record related activities.

Skills

Customer service

Empathy for elderly

Health & safety

Cook experience (beneficial)

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced andcapableCatering Team Members to join our Stafford Lakes Aged Care Residence team in a Part-time role. The ideal candidate will demonstrate commitment to a high standard of work, whilst ensuring consideration and person-centred care is always provided to our Residents.

Assist in the preparation of meals according to set menus and dietary requirements.

Ensure that food is plated and served at the appropriate temperature and consistency.

Plate meals accurately and aesthetically for residents, taking into consideration any specific dietary restrictions or preferences.

Serve meals to residents in a timely and courteous manner, ensuring their individual needs are met.

Clean and sanitise kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas before and after use.

Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in dining areas, including tables, chairs, and serving stations.

Dispose of food waste and garbage properly and ensure compliance with sanitation regulations.

Adhere to safe food handling practices and maintain cleanliness in food preparation areas.

Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, including HACCP standards, and maintain accurate records related to food preparation, storage, and serving.

Strong customer service mindset with empathy for the elderly.

Knowledge and adherence to Work Health and Safety guidelines.

Experience as a cook would be beneficial.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rate in the industry
• Supportive team environment providing stability and consistency to your work.
• Rostered hours provided a fortnight in advance, with occasional short-notice coverage required, Penalties apply per the Aged Care Award rate.

A satisfactory Police Clearance Certificate is required as per the Aged Care Act 1997.

We do not consider applications from recruiters.