Food Services Assistant

Arcare Aged Care; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Arcare Kanwal is seeking a Casual Food Services Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality meals and a welcoming dining experience for our residents. You will assist with meal prep, plating, and ensure dining areas are clean and organized.

This role values reliability, positive attitude, and great communication as you engage with residents during mealtimes. Australian Working Rights and NDIA screening may be required; applicants hold or are willing to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate.

Qualifications

• Holds (or willing to obtain) a Food Handler's Certificate.
• 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

Communication skills

Reliability

Team player

Job description

Casual position open for Food Services Assistant for Arcare Kanwal
Variety of shifts available to support work life balance

Why Join Arcare?

• Above Award Rates
• Supportive leadership and a positive workplace culture
• Job security in a growing organisation

About the Role

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 10,000 team members. Our focus is simple - building meaningful relationships between residents, families, and staff, with our residents at the heart of everything we do.

Ready to Jump In?

If you are compassionate, reliable, and thrive in a team-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants must have Australian Working Rights and hold (or be willing to obtain) a NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Arcare is proud to celebrate diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.