Food Service Assistant - Carrum Downs Aged Care

Medical & Aged Care Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly teams and great working envs

Education, training and career opps

Staff reward and recognition programs

Job summary

Medical & Aged Care Group (MACG) invites applications for a 10 month Maximum Term Part Time Food Services Assistant at Carrum Downs Aged Care, Melbourne's southeast. The role supports kitchen operations and delivers quality meals in a safe, welcoming environment.

Perfect for someone who is proactive, reliable and values teamwork. Requires a Food Safety Certificate; hospitality or aged care experience preferred; current police check and Australian working rights are required.

Qualifications

• Food Safety Certificate (Required).
• Experience in hospitality or aged care (1+ year preferred).
• Certificate II/III in Hospitality or similar (desirable).
• Understanding of hygiene and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and food plating.
• Serve meals and beverages to residents.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen and dining environment.
• Follow food safety and infection control procedures.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen and care staff.

Skills

Experience in hospitality or aged care

Education

Food Safety Certificate

Certificate II/III in Hospitality or similar

Job description

Contract Food Services Assistant - Part Time

• 10 Month Maximum Term Contract
• Friendly teams and great working environments
• Education, training and career opportunities
• Staff reward and recognition programs
• Part Time 30 hours Per Fortnight

About Us:

Medical & Aged Care Group (MACG) is a family owned and operated healthcare organisation committed to best practice, continuous improvement, and strong community values.

We pride ourselves on creating a supportive, team focused environment where staff feel valued and residents receive high quality, person centered care.

Carrum Downs Aged Care is one of eleven residential aged care homes operated by Medical & Aged Care Group (MACG), a privately owned, family operated healthcare organisation that has been delivering exceptional care to older Australians since 1995.

Located in Carrum Downs in Melbourne’s southeast, Carrum Downs Aged Care is a warm and welcoming home that prides itself on delivering high quality, person centred care in a safe, comfortable and truly homelike environment. The home is known for its supportive and close knit team culture and genuine commitment to the wellbeing of its residents and staff.

About the Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a 10 month Maximum Term Part Time Food Services Assistant to join our team at Carrum Downs Aged Care.

This role is perfect for someone who is confident, proactive, and takes pride in getting the job done to a high standard. You will play a key role in supporting our kitchen operations and ensuring residents receive quality meals in a safe and welcoming environment.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• CompetitivePay
• Leave Loading (Making your leave worth More)
• Positive workplace culture
• Opportunities to pick up additional shifts
• Ongoing training and development
• Staff recognition programs
• Be part of a growing, values driven organisation
• EAP Program

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with meal preparation and food plating
• Serve meals and beverages to residents
• Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen and dining environment
• Follow food safety and infection control procedures
• Work collaboratively with kitchen and care staff

About You:

• Confident, reliable, and able to work efficiently
• Strong work ethic with a “get it done” attitude
• Team player with a positive approach
• Good communication and time management skills
• Comfortable working in a fast paced environment

Qualifications & Experience:

• Food Safety Certificate (Required)
• Experience in hospitality or aged care (1+ year preferred)
• Certificate II/III in Hospitality or similar (desirable)
• Understanding of hygiene and food safety practices

Requirements:

• Current Police Check (Required)
• Australian working rights (Required)
• Influenza vaccination
• COVID-10 vaccination

Our Values:

At MACG, our values guide everything we do:

Compassion | Integrity | Dignity | Diversity | Accountability | Family | Respect