Food Service Assistant

Respect Group Limited; Merbein; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Respect Group Limited is seeking a enthusiastic Permanent Part-Time Food Services Assistant to join the friendly team at Chaffey House in Merbein, Victoria. The role involves preparing and serving meals, maintaining food safety, and delivering excellent resident service.

Join a supportive kitchen team focused on quality meals and positive dining experiences for residents, with a stable part-time roster across a 7-day rotating pattern.

Qualifications

• Has a Food Handling Certificate (or equivalent).
• Has a current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain one).
• Experience in hospitality, catering or food services.
• Aged care experience is highly regarded but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, plate and serve meals and refreshments.
• Deliver meals to residents with warmth and care.
• Assist with menu implementation to meet residents' preferences.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and infection control.
• Clean and maintain kitchen and dining areas.
• Monitor temperatures and stock receipting for food safety.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure positive dining experiences.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in quality food services.

Skills

Food Handling Certificate

National Police Check

Hospitality / Food Services

Aged care experience (desirable)

Communication & teamwork

Attention to detail

Food safety & hygiene

7-day rotating roster availability

Permanent PT interest

Job description

At Respect, we're looking for an enthusiastic Permanent Part-Time Food Services Assistant to join our friendly team at Chaffey House in Merbein, Victoria.

This is a permanent part-time opportunity only. We are not offering casual employment for this position.

Every meal is an opportunity to bring comfort, joy and connection to our residents. If you're passionate about hospitality, enjoy working in a supportive team, and want a role where your work truly matters, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Why you'll love working with Respect

At Respect, our purpose is simple: to care for older people in our communities with respect, value and belonging.

When you join us, you'll become part of a team that genuinely cares — for our residents and for each other. We value teamwork, kindness, integrity and creating positive experiences every single day.

About the role

Working alongside our Chef and kitchen team, you'll help deliver delicious, nutritious meals and exceptional service that enhances our residents' quality of life.

No two days are the same! Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, plating and serving meals and refreshments
• Delivering meals to residents with warmth, care and a friendly smile
• Assisting with menu implementation to meet residents' preferences
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and infection control
• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen and dining areas
• Monitoring and recording food safety requirements, including temperatures and stock receipting
• Working collaboratively with the wider care team to ensure every resident enjoys a positive dining experience
• Contributing to continuous improvement and quality food services

About you

You'll be someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in delivering great service, and understands the important role food plays in residents' wellbeing.

You'll also have:

• A Food Handling Certificate (or equivalent)
• A current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain one)
• Experience in hospitality, catering or food services
• Previous aged care experience (highly regarded but not essential)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A positive attitude with excellent attention to detail
• A commitment to safe food handling and high-quality customer service
• Availability to work across a 7-day rotating roster
• A genuine interest in working in a permanent part-time capacity

Why join Respect?

At Respect, you'll enjoy:

• Permanent Part-Time employment with stable, ongoing hours
• A welcoming and supportive team culture
• Meaningful work where you make a genuine difference every day
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A workplace that values respect, teamwork, innovation and excellence
• The opportunity to build rewarding relationships with residents and colleagues

Please note: This position is offered as Permanent Part-Time employment only. Casual employment is not available for this role.

About Respect

Respect is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to providing high-quality aged care services across Australia. Our mission is to create communities where older people feel respected, valued and enjoy the best possible quality of life.

Our values guide everything we do:

Respect | Care | Teamwork | Courage | Integrity | Innovation | Excellence

Ready to make a difference?

If you're passionate about hospitality and want the stability of a permanent part-time role while being part of a team that brings warmth, care and great food to our residents every day, we'd love to hear from you.