Food Services Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Training and development pathways

Supportive onsite leaders

Friendly, down-to-earth workplace

Long-term career in aged care

Job summary

Respect Ingham Lodge in regional Australia is seeking a Casual Food Services Assistant to join our friendly kitchen team. You will work with the Chef or Cook to prepare and serve meals, uphold Food Safety standards, and help keep dining areas clean and welcoming for residents.

We value compassion, reliability and the ability to adapt across hotel services such as laundry and cleaning. A Food Handling Course and a current National Police Check are required, along with prior experience in

Qualifications

• Completion of a Food Handling Course.
• Current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Previous experience in residential aged care food services.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Physical capability to meet the demands of the role.
• Compassionate and respectful approach to aged care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with menu planning to reflect residents' needs and dietary requirements.
• Prepare, serve, and present meals in line with the Food Safety Program.
• Maintain high hygiene standards and safe food handling practices.
• Support across hotel services, including laundry and cleaning duties.

Education

Food Handling Course

Current National Police Check

Residential aged care food services experience

Compassionate & reliable attitude

Physical capability

Job description

About Us

At Respect Ingham Lodge, we're proud to be the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia.

As a not-for-profit organisation, everything we do is driven by our commitment to supporting older Australians with dignity, compassion and genuine connection.

We're a growing, values-led organisation with a strong focus on our residents, their families and our team. When you join Respect, you become part of a supportive community that thrives on collaboration, trust and the shared belief that everyone deserves to feel valued.

If you're looking for an organisation that invests in its people, celebrates purpose, and offers meaningful career pathways, you'll feel right at home with us.

Why You Will Love Working With Us

• A workplace culture that celebrates people, progress, and purpose
• Meaningful work where you see the impact you make every day
• Opportunities to grow your career
• Save tax by salary packaging up to $15,900 of living expenses and a further $2650 for meals out and holiday accommodation!

About the Role

As a Casual Food Services Assistant, you'll work alongside our Chef or Cook to prepare and serve meals for residents, while maintaining food safety standards and keeping the kitchen and dining areas running smoothly. Based in a regional community, this role offers a welcoming, close-knit team environment where everyone pitches in and your contribution is genuinely valued. There will also be opportunities to support across hotel services, including laundry and cleaning duties.

No two days are the same! As Food Service Assistant you will:

• Support menu planning to reflect residents' needs, preferences, and dietary requirements.
• Prepare, serve, and present meals and refreshments in line with the Food Safety Program.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, including general cleaning and safe food handling practices.
• Monitor and record food safety requirements, including temperatures and goods received.
• Deliver meals with a friendly, respectful approach and report any food or beverage concerns to the Registered Nurse in Charge.

About You

You'll thrive with us if you have:

• Completion of a Food Handling Course
• Current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Previous experience in residential aged care food services.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Physical capability to meet the demands of the role
• A compassionate and respectful approach to aged care

Perks & Benefits

• As a not-for-profit you can reduce your tax by salary packaging up to $15,900 per year for living expenses, bills, rent, mortgage and groceries. Take advantage of a further $2,650 to pay for meals out or holiday accommodation
• Training and development pathways
• Supportive leaders who are onsite
• A friendly, down-to-earth workplace
• Opportunity to build a long-term career in aged care

If you're passionate about caring for others and want to be part of a team that genuinely values you, we would love to hear from you. Please note that selection processes will commence immediately, any late applications may result in exclusion from the process.