Compassionate Catering Assistant For Aged Care Kitchen

Bupa Australia; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-Profit salary packaging

Flexible shifts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Southern Cross Care Queensland is seeking a Catering Assistant to support the preparation, plating and service of nutritious meals for residents in our not-for-profit aged care setting. You will help maintain a clean, safe and hygienic kitchen environment while upholding Food Safety standards.

Join our dedicated Hospitality team with flexible shifts across a 14-day roster, ongoing training, access to employee support programs, and a culture that values compassion, teamwork and resident wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Compassion, sensitivity and respect when working with older people.
• Experience in Aged Care, hospital or commercial kitchen is highly regarded.
• Good knowledge of food safety and safe handling practices.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively and work well within a team.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food and vegetable preparation, including sandwich preparation.
• Plate food and ensure meals are ready for service on time.
• Wash dishes and maintain kitchen equipment, appliances, utensils and work areas in a clean and hygienic condition.
• Maintain a safe, clean and tidy kitchen environment, including appropriate waste disposal.
• Complete basic meal records in consultation with the Chief Cook.
• Identify and report incidents, hazards, maintenance concerns and quality issues as required.
• Complying with Food Safety, Infection Control, Workplace Health and Safety and quality requirements at all times.
• Participating in required training and following established work practices and procedures.

Skills

Compassion

Food safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent worker

Flexibility

Job description

About the Role

Working as a Catering Assistant, you will support the preparation, plating and service of nutritious and high-quality meals for our residents in accordance with Food Safety Program requirements.

As part of our dedicated Hospitality team, you will help create a positive and enjoyable dining experience for our residents while maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic kitchen environment. Your contribution will support the health, wellbeing and daily experience of our residents by ensuring meals are prepared and served with care and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with food and vegetable preparation, including sandwich preparation.
• Plating food and ensuring meals are prepared and ready for service on time.
• Washing dishes and maintaining kitchen equipment, appliances, utensils and work areas in a clean and hygienic condition.
• Maintaining a safe, clean and tidy kitchen environment, including appropriate waste disposal.
• Completing basic meal records in consultation with the Chief Cook.
• Identifying and reporting incidents, hazards, maintenance concerns and quality issues as required.
• Complying with Food Safety, Infection Control, Workplace Health and Safety and quality requirements at all times.
• Participating in required training and following established work practices and procedures.

What Will You Bring To The Role?

• Compassion, sensitivity and respect when working with older people.
• Experience in an Aged Care, hospital or commercial kitchen is highly regarded.
• Good knowledge of food safety and safe food handling practices.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively and work well within a team.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including weekends.

What Can Southern Cross Care Queensland Offer You?

• Competitive pay rates, plus access to generous Not-for-Profit salary packaging to increase your take-home pay.
• Flexible shifts available across a 14-day roster to suit your lifestyle.
• Opportunity to join a supportive, purpose-driven organisation.
• Strong and inclusive staff culture.
• Ongoing, individualised training and development opportunities.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families.
• Additional wellbeing support through our Thrive program, which allows early access to up to 50% of your earned wages.

Culture & Values

Join a supportive, friendly team in a purpose-led not-for-profit organisation where meaningful work, strong relationships and a caring culture come together to make a real difference.

Southern Cross Care Queensland (SCCQ) is a Catholic not-for-profit organisation established by the Knights of the Southern Cross, more than 40 years ago. They saw a need to provide compassionate care and inclusive service to some of the most vulnerable, the ageing population, in the community.

We are passionate about growing communities where best lives are lived, and serving the needs of our residents and clients with compassion and care is, as always, at the heart of what we do.

At SCCQ, we are just as focused on creating a culture where every person matters. Our culture program Known & Loved is unique to Southern Cross Care Queensland, enabling staff to build genuine community connections with each other and those we serve.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Southern Cross Care Queensland is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate the diversity across our entire team and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Please note that all employment offers will be conditional upon a satisfactory NDIS workers screen, the right to work in Australia and maintaining an up-to-date flu vaccination status.