Domestic Assistance

Just Better Care; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks Annual Leave

Flexible shifts

Salary packaging options

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Just Better Care in Newcastle is seeking a reliable Home Style Kitchen Attendant to assist with meal service and kitchen duties in a warm, home-style environment. You will help prepare meals, maintain cleanliness, and contribute to a positive dining experience for residents.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and a commitment to hygiene and safety in a busy aged-care kitchen.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen, hospitality, or aged care is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to priorities.
• Strong commitment to cleanliness and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Meal Service: assist with serving meals during breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• Present meals appealingly and ensure dietary requirements are met.
• Prepare dining areas and set tables with clean cutlery and crockery.
• Wash dishes and maintain kitchen equipment cleanliness.
• Follow health, safety, and infection control procedures.
• Engage with residents in a friendly, caring manner to enhance dining experience.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication

Food safety awareness

Job description

Home Style Kitchen Attendant

We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Home Style Kitchen Attendant to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a warm, home-style kitchen environment and takes pride in delivering quality meal service while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and customer care.

As part of our kitchen team, you will assist with meal preparation, meal service, kitchen cleaning, and creating a positive dining experience for our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Meal Service
• Assist with serving meals during breakfast, lunch, and dinner services.
• Ensure residents receive meals that meet their dietary and nutritional requirements.
• Present meals in an appealing and professional manner.
• Dining Room Setup
• Prepare dining areas prior to meal service.
• Set tables and ensure cutlery, crockery, and glassware are clean and readily available.
• Maintain a welcoming, comfortable, and enjoyable dining environment.
• Cleaning and Kitchen Maintenance
• Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness throughout kitchen and dining areas.
• Clean benches, food preparation areas, storage spaces, and equipment.
• Follow workplace health and safety, infection control, and hygiene procedures.
• Resident Interaction
• Engage with residents in a friendly, respectful, and caring manner.
• Assist with resident requests during meal times where appropriate.
• Contribute to a positive dining experience and supportive environment.

The successful applicant will have:

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• A commitment to cleanliness, food safety, and quality service.
• Previous experience in kitchen, hospitality, aged care, or food service environments (desirable but not essential).
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.

What We Offer

• A supportive and friendly team environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents' daily lives.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Flexible shifts to support work-life balance.
• A rewarding role within a welcoming, home-style care setting.

We are hoping you will join our fantastic Whiddon family at Redhead, in the Newcastle and Hunterregion, on a Part-timebasis.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive leave options to support you in mind and body (Permanent employees)
• 5 weeks Annual Leave (or the option to cash out Annual Leave)
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
• 12 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Up to 5 days paid Fertility leave
• Up to 3 days paid Community Service leave each year
• Up to 4 days paid Compassionate leave
• Extra public holiday per year with Frank Whiddon Day
• Employee Assistance Program for when you need extra support
• Salary Packaging options so you can keep more of your pay. Did you know that by salary packaging, you can increase your hourly rate by more than $2? This is how:
• Up to $611.53 per fortnight to pay your mortgage, rent, school fees, etc.
• Up to $101.92 per fortnight to pay entertainment activities like cafes, restaurants, etc.
• Remote living options including rent and mortgage packaging, utilities and holiday transport.
• Novated leasing, a financial wellness program, a personal