Food Service Assistant

iCIMS, Inc.; Logan City; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Palm Lake Care Mount Warren Park is seeking a Casual Food Services Assistant to join our team. You will report to the Chef Manager and support meal preparation, plating, and service for residents.

Strong customer service, a current National Police Check, and aged care experience are essential. If you are motivated, eager to learn, and committed to high standards, this role offers varied shifts and friendly team environment.

Qualifications

• National Police Check required.
• Experience in aged care is essential.
• Willingness to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• The preparation of serving nutritious and attractive meals to residents.
• Work with the Cook to ensure meals are plated attractively and presented.
• Respect residents' preferences and serve accordingly.
• Serve and distribute morning and afternoon teas.
• Assist the Cook with ordering and rotating food stocks.
• Clean dishes after each meal to maintain high cleanliness standards.
• Deliver excellent customer service to residents and families.

Skills

Customer service

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

About Us

At Palm Lake Care, care isn’t just what we do – it’s who we are. As a proud, family-owned organisation, we’ve built our reputation on values that put people first. Across our seven premium aged care communities, we provide personalised residential, respite, and palliative care in vibrant, welcoming environments where every resident feels truly valued.

Our team is united by a simple promise: I will make a difference for you, right now. That belief drives us to go the extra mile, knowing the little things often matter most. Here, respect is at the heart of every interaction – with residents, families, and each other because we believe that how we treat people conveys everything about us as a company and you as an individual.

Our Palm Lake Promise to you is that here, you will make a difference.

Position Details

Palm Lake Care Mount Warren Park is seeking Food Service Assistants to join our team on a Casual basis,

Shifts Available

Day Shift: 0630-1400

Afternoon Shift: 1400-2000

Weekend shifts available withpenalty rates

Responsibilities

As a Food Services Assistant you will report directly to the Chef Manager and be an integral part of the team responsible for:

• The preparation of serving nutritious and attractive meals to our residents
• Working with the Cook to ensure meals are plated and presented in an attractive and appeasing manner.
• Understanding and respecting our resident's preferences and ensuring all food and beverage is served accordingly.
• Serving and distribution of morning and afternoon teas
• Assisting the Cook with the ordering and rotating of food stocks
• The cleaning of dishes after each meal ensuring a high standard of cleanliness is maintained for our residents.
• Delivering excellent customer service to our residents and their families

What We’re Looking For:

• Motivated individuals focused on providing the best support for our residents
• A current National Police Check
• Prior experience in a similar role within Aged Care essential
• Readiness and willing to learn new skills