Compassionate Aged Care Dining Assistant

Work Initiatives; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health in Melbourne is hiring a Food Services Assistant for our aged care team. This casual role covers AM and PM shifts at MP East Melbourne, and involves helping deliver nutritious meals and providing friendly, person-centred service in a welcoming environment.

You will assist with meal preparation, plating, service, and dining room setup while supporting residents' dietary requirements and working closely with hospitality and care teams to promote resident wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a team and follow food safety guidelines.
• Strong organisational skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in hospitality, food service or aged care is desirable.
• Commitment to Mercy Health values.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation, plating, service and dining room set up per food safety standards.
• Support residents' dietary requirements and provide respectful service.
• Contribute to a positive dining experience and team collaboration.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Food safety & hygiene

Organisational skills

Hospitality/aged care experience

Job description

Mercy Health in Melbourne is hiring a Food Services Assistant for our aged care team. This casual role covers AM and PM shifts at MP East Melbourne, and involves helping deliver nutritious meals and providing friendly, person-centred service in a welcoming environment.

You will assist with meal preparation, plating, service, and dining room setup while supporting residents' dietary requirements and working closely with hospitality and care teams to promote resident wellbeing.