Food Services Assistant

Arcare Aged Care; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcare Aged Care is seeking an attentive Kitchen Assistant to support meal service and dining experiences for residents in Adelaide. You will assist with basic food prep, plating, and ensuring meals meet dietary needs in a warm, respectful environment.

You’ll help set up dining areas, maintain hygiene, and engage with residents during mealtimes, contributing to comfort and wellbeing across our aged care communities.

Qualifications

• Holds (or willing to obtain) a Food Handler’s Certificate
• Passion Reliable, adaptable, and eager to learn
• Great communication skills and a positive attitude
• Friendly, compassionate, and adaptable team player

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation, including basic food prep and plating
• Serve meals in accordance with individual dietary requirements
• Set up and maintain clean, organised dining areas
• Wash dishes and maintain kitchen hygiene standards
• Engage positively with residents during mealtimes

Skills

Food Handler's Certificate

Reliability

Adaptability

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

In this role, you will support the delivery of high-quality meals and create a welcoming dining experience for our residents. Your contribution will play an important role in enhancing residents’ comfort, nutrition, and overall wellbeing.

• Assist with meal preparation, including basic food prep and plating
• Serve meals in accordance with individual dietary requirements
• Set up and maintain clean, organised dining areas
• Wash dishes and maintain kitchen hygiene standards
• Engage positively with residents during mealtimes

What We’re Looking For

• Holds (or willing to obtain) a Food Handler’s Certificate
• Passion Reliable, adaptable, and eager to learn
• Great communication skills and a positive attitude
• Friendly, compassionate, and adaptable team player

About Arcare

As one of Australia’s leading aged care providers, Arcare operates over 60 residences across QLD, NSW, ACT, SA and VIC, supported by more than 10, team members. Our focus is simple — building meaningful relationships between residents, families, and staff, with our residents at the heart of everything we do.