Food Services Assistant

Estia-Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card discounts

Novated leasing available

Discounted car hire

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Estia Health in Adelaide is seeking friendly kitchen staff for part-time and casual roles across several locations. You will prepare meals, assist with menu changes, and support residents during dining experiences.

Ideal candidates have kitchen experience and have completed the Basic Food Handling Course, with strong time management and teamwork skills to thrive in a fast-paced aged care environment. This role emphasizes person-centred care, food safety, and a positive, collaborative team

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen work, preferably in aged care.
• Completed the Basic Food Handling Course.
• Good time management and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepping food and drink
• Cleaning (including dishes)
• Changing up the menu with team and residents
• Keeping records as part of our Food Safety Program
• Being active and on your feet for most of your shift

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety awareness

Education

Basic Food Handling Course

Job description

At Estia Health, we’re more than just a workplace: we’re a community dedicated to enriching lives and making a difference. If you’re passionate about aged care and want to be part of something meaningful, then we want to hear from you.Everyday, over 14,000 employees choose to make a difference at Estia Health, sharing a joint purpose to enrich and celebrate the lives of our residents. With 96 homes (and growing), across Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia and Victoria, you will play a part in positively impacting the lives of our residents and their families.Join us in playing a special role in the future of aged care.About the RolePart-Time & Casual opportunities available across the following locations -LockleysKensington GardensMyrtle BankParksideToorak GardensAldgateYou’ll wake up each morning wanting to see people enjoy food as much as you do.Here’s what a typical day involves:Prepping food and drinkCleaning (including dishes) – you bring a sparkle to the place in more ways than oneChanging up the menu. You’ll work with our team and residents to create exciting meals that cater to every individualKeeping records as part of our Food Safety ProgramBeing active and on your feet for most of your shiftYou’ll be a real team player who has:A real desire to make a difference in people’s livesExperience in kitchen work (aged care is a bonus)Great time management and planning skillsCompleted the Basic Food Handling CourseBenefits available:Retail savings with the Blue Light CardDiscounted car hireEmployee Assistance Program for you and your familyFree Wellbeing App to support your mental and physical healthNovated leasing for vehiclesWorkplace banking supportACN membership discounts for nursesDiscounted health insurance with nib healthDiscounted JB HiFiAs one of the largest and fastest growing aged care providers in Australia, we need exceptional people to join us on our journey of providing high quality person centered aged care and services. If this is you, Apply now!Estia Health is committed to embracing diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities. If you need assistance to participate in our application process, please let us know.Please be advised that we do not accept emailed applications for this position. To apply, simply click the 'Apply' button and follow the instructions provided.Note: All shortlisted applicants will need to pass the required background checks. During the influenza season, all staff are required to provide evidence of a current influenza vaccination. If you are interested in a role, please ensure you apply online, as we do not accept emailed resumes.Work Location: In person