Food Services Assistant

Respect Group; Gunnedah; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 for liv

Meals and holiday accommodation where

Casual shifts for work-life balance

Training and development opportunities

Supportive leaders and team culture

Job summary

Respect Group in Gunnedah is seeking a Casual Food Services Assistant at Mackellar House to prepare, serve and present meals supporting residents’ health and wellbeing. The role requires flexibility across weekdays, weekends and public holidays.

You will join a kitchen team, follow food safety standards, adapt menus to dietary needs, and help create a welcoming dining experience with warmth and care. This casual role offers valuable experience in residential aged care.

Qualifications

• Food handling certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Current National Police Check or willingness to obtain one.
• Experience in food services, ideally within residential aged care.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Friendly, reliable and caring with teamwork and weekend flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and serving nutritious meals that cater to residents’ dietary needs and preferences.
• Support menu planning and present meals with care, warmth and attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean, organised kitchen and dining environment, following food safety and hygiene standards.
• Monitor and record food temperatures, deliveries and other food safety requirements.
• Create a welcoming dining experience while working closely with the kitchen and care teams to address residents’ needs.

Skills

Food handling

Food safety

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Food Handling Certificate

Job description

At Respect, we believe aged care is about more than providing support — it’s about creating places where people feel safe, valued, connected and truly at home.

As the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia, Respect is a growing, values-led not-for-profit organisation with an exciting future ahead.

Following Respect’s acquisition of McLean Care, our organisation is entering an exciting new chapter, bringing together people, expertise and communities with a shared commitment to delivering exceptional care for older Australians. This is your opportunity to join that journey.

About the Role

As a Casual Food Services Assistant at Mackellar House in Gunnedah, you will work alongside our Chef and kitchen team to prepare, serve, and present meals that support the health and wellbeing of our residents. This role, whilst casual, requires flexibility to work across a variety of shifts, including weekdays, weekends, and public holidays as required.

Why You Will Love Working With Us

• Be part of a welcoming workplace where kindness, teamwork and respect truly matter.

• Make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives through the simple joy of good food and friendly service.

• Feel valued and supported by a caring team that celebrates people and purpose.

• Grow your skills and explore opportunities for a rewarding career in aged care.

• Enjoy salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 for living expenses, plus a further $2,650 for meals and holiday accommodation, where eligible.

No Two Days Are the Same! As a Food Services Assistant, You Will:

• Assist with preparing and serving nutritious meals that cater to residents’ dietary needs and preferences.

• Support menu planning and present meals with care, warmth and attention to detail.

• Maintain a clean, organised kitchen and dining environment, following food safety and hygiene standards.

• Monitor and record food temperatures, deliveries and other food safety requirements.

• Create a welcoming dining experience while working closely with the kitchen and care teams to address residents’ needs.

About You

You'll thrive with us if you have:

• A Food Handling Certificate or willingness to obtain one.

• A current National Police Check or willingness to obtain one.

• Previous experience in food services, ideally within residential aged care.

• An understanding of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling practices.

• A friendly, reliable and caring approach, with strong teamwork skills and flexibility to work AM, PM and weekend shifts.

Perks & Benefits

• Enjoy the flexibility of casual shifts that complement your lifestyle and support a healthy work-life balance.

• Access training and development opportunities to grow your confidence and skills.

• Enjoy the support of approachable, experienced leaders who are there when you need them.

• Feel at home in a friendly, down-to-earth workplace where everyone's contribution matters.

• Be part of a growing, values-led organisation with opportunities to build a long-term career in aged care.