Food & Environmental Services Assistant

Dhelkaya Health; Castlemaine; On-site; AUD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Onsite gym

Fitness Passport

Health & wellbeing program

Social Club

Home share

Job summary

Dhelkaya Health invites applications for an ongoing part-time role in the Food & Environmental Services team. You will assist in meal preparation and beverage delivery, and support cleaning services to residents and patients across Castlemaine and Maldon campuses.

We value excellent customer service, strong communication, and the ability to work independently or with a team. This position requires adherence to OHS policies and organisational procedures, with shifts across day, afternoon and

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of OHS principles and the ability to follow policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation and beverage delivery.
• Provide cleaning services to support residents and patients.
• Work across Castlemaine and Maldon campuses with day, afternoon and weekend shifts.

Skills

Food service

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

OHS compliance

Tools

None

Job description

Classification: IN14

Salary per hour: $28.16 + superannuation + generous salary packaging options

Employment Type: Ongoing part-time 32 hours per fortnight

Award: Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2025 - 2027

Dhelkaya Health are seeking applications from enthusiastic individuals with a passion for the Food & Environmental Services industry. In this role you will be required to assist in meal preparation & beverage delivery as well as cleaning services to support the residents & patients.

Positions may work across both Castlemaine and Maldon Campus, must be able to work, day, afternoon & weekend shifts.

About you

To be successful in this role you must have excellent customer service and communication skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, an understanding of OHS principles and the ability to follow policies and procedures

Culture and Benefits

Dhelkaya Health is located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in regional Victoria. Just a short drive from Bendigo and easily accessed via public transport, the area is brimming with culture that blends the old with the new. Steeped in rich history, the town boasts a vibrant arts scene, historic architecture and is part of the Bendigo Region UNESCO City of Gastronomy.

Surrounded by scenic trails and a unique natural environment that includes historic goldfields, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Combined with a wide range of sporting clubs and outdoor recreation opportunities, the community offers a rich, diverse culture to enjoy.

From community events celebrating local festivals to grassroots initiatives fostering inclusivity and diversity, this is a place where people come together.At Dhelkaya Health, you'll enjoy all this and a flexible work environment with access to career development pathways that suit your life goals. You'll also benefit from:

• Stress-free parking: at no-cost close to your place of work.
• Salary packaging: to maximise your earnings with options to package meals, entertainment, rent/mortgage repayments, and more.
• Healthy and active lifestyle: through access to a free onsite gym and Fitness Passportmembership for your family to use in a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness facilities across the region
• Health and wellbeing: through a supported work environment that prioritises work-life balance and a health and well-being program that includes an Employee Assistance Program.
• Building meaningful connections: through the Dhelkaya Health Social Club and a variety of staff events and activities throughout the year held in a friendly, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.
• Home share - If lack of housing is stopping you from applying for a job here, consider Home share. It may help you get started at Dhelkaya Health. See this link for obligation free information.

https://dhelkayahealth.org.au/homeshare/

The successful applicant will be required to complete all relevant pre-employment checks, including a National Police Check, WWCC and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check (as applicable), and comply with Dhelkaya Health's Vaccination Policy.

Our purpose and role at Dhelkaya Health is to be Healthier Together - we engage and empower individuals and community through the provision of empathetic inclusive and professional health services. We want a workforce who share our passion and purpose and is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, and people of diverse genders and/or sexual orientations.

For further information about this position, please contact Rachel Ludeman - Director of Support Services on 03 5471 3***

Please note that candidates are required to submit a cover letter and CV together with a document addressing the key selection criteria (which can be found on the Position Description). Only candidates that supply this information will be considered for roles at Dhelkaya Health.

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