Food Service Assistant - Traralgon

Aged Care GP; Traralgon; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Career growth with MACG

Supportive team environment

Job summary

MACG is seeking a compassionate Food Services Assistant to support our residents with nutritious meals in a safe, welcoming kitchen and dining environment.

Join a caring team dedicated to high standards of food safety and resident-centred service. This role offers Permanent Part-Time and casual opportunities, with flexible shifts to fit your needs and the chance to grow within MACG.

Qualifications

• Experience in food services or hospitality is desirable, but not essential.
• Commitment to high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Friendly, caring and team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and food service.
• Prepare and serve meals and refreshments to residents.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and infection control requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen and dining environment.
• Assist with cleaning and general kitchen duties.
• Support residents with a friendly, respectful and person-centred approach.
• Work collaboratively with the broader care team.

Skills

Food service

Food safety

Teamwork

Customer service

Flexibility

Job description

We have a Permanent Part-Time opportunity of 18.5 hours per fortnight, as well as casual opportunities available for those looking for greater flexibility.

The available shifts are:

3 x 16:00-20:00 and 1 x 06:30-14:00

About the Role

As a Food Services Assistant, you’ll play an important role in supporting our residents to enjoy nutritious, delicious meals in a safe and welcoming environment.

Working as part of our care and hospitality team, you will:

• Assist with meal preparation and food service
• Prepare and serve meals and refreshments to residents
• Follow food safety, hygiene and infection control requirements
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen and dining environment
• Assist with cleaning and general kitchen duties
• Support residents with a friendly, respectful and person-centred approach
• Work collaboratively with the broader care team

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about providing excellent service to older people
• Friendly, caring and approachable
• Reliable and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Committed to maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene
• Previous experience in food services, hospitality or aged care is desirable, but not essential

What We Offer

• Permanent Part-Time – 18.5 hours per fortnight
• Casual opportunities also available
• Supportive and welcoming team environment
• Training and ongoing development
• Meaningful work where you can make a difference every day
• Opportunities to grow your career with MACG

Our Values:

At MACG, our values guide everything we do:

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

If you are passionate about using your skills to improve environments, support communities and create meaningful experiences for older Australians, we would love to hear from you.