Food Services Assistant

Respect Aged Care

Melbourne

On-site

AUD 30,000 - 41,000

Part time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 peryear

Additional $2,650 salary packaging for

Ongoing training and professional dev

Supportive onsite leadership team

Friendly and inclusive workplace

Opportunities for long-term career

Meaningful work with a purpose-driven

Job summary

Respect Mitchell House in Morwell, Victoria, is seeking a Part-Time Food Services Assistant to join our dedicated team, supporting the kitchen and dining experiences for residents. You’ll work with our Chef and hospitality staff to prepare, serve, and present meals that promote wellbeing and enjoyment for older people in our not-for-profit aged care home.

If you have a passion for hospitality, enjoy teamwork, and strive to deliver excellent service, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

Completion of a Food Handling Course (or willingness to obtain).
Current National Police Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to obtain.
Previous experience in hospitality, food services, or aged care (desirable).
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
A positive attitude and commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
A genuine passion for supporting older people.

Responsibilities

Support meal preparation, presentation, and service in accordance with residents' dietary requirements.
Prepare and serve meals, snacks, beverages, and refreshments.
Maintain food safety and infection control standards at all times.
Assist with cleaning duties within the kitchen and dining areas.
Monitor and record food safety requirements, including temperatures and deliveries.
Ensure meals are delivered in a friendly, respectful, and professional manner.
Report any concerns regarding residents' food or beverage intake to the Registered Nurse in Charge.
Work collaboratively with hospitality and care teams to provide a positive dining experience for residents.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Positive attitude

Job description

Food Services Assistant

Part-Time | Mitchell House, Morwell VIC 3840

Join the Team at Mitchell House!

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people every day?

Respect Mitchell House

is seeking a Part-Time Food Services Assistant (FSA) to join our dedicated team in Morwell, Victoria. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys hospitality, values teamwork, and takes pride in delivering excellent service to residents.

Whether you have experience in aged care hospitality or are looking to grow your skills in a supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us

At Respect, we're proud to be one of Australia's leading not-for-profit aged care providers.

Everything we do is driven by our commitment to supporting older Australians with dignity, compassion, and genuine connection. We are a values-led organisation with a strong focus on our residents, their families, and our people.

When you join Respect, you become part of a supportive and collaborative team that believes every person deserves to feel valued, respected, and cared for.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

A workplace culture that celebrates people, teamwork, and purpose.
Meaningful work where you can make a positive impact every day.
Supportive leaders and a friendly team environment.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Stable part-time employment.
Career pathways within a growing aged care organisation.
The opportunity to build meaningful connections with residents and colleagues.

Why Choose Mitchell House?

Located in the heart of Morwell, VIC 3840, Mitchell House offers the opportunity to work in the beautiful Gippsland region. Morwell provides a welcoming community, affordable living, excellent local amenities, and easy access to parks, walking trails, and regional attractions.

At Mitchell House, you'll be part of a caring aged care community where your contribution is valued and your work makes a genuine difference in the lives of residents every day.

About the Role

As a Part-Time Food Services Assistant, 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 requires flexibility to work across a variety of shifts, including weekdays, weekends, and public holidays as required.

You will be joining a supportive team environment where everyone works together to deliver exceptional hospitality and care.

Key Responsibilities

Support meal preparation, presentation, and service in accordance with residents' dietary requirements.
Prepare and serve meals, snacks, beverages, and refreshments.
Maintain food safety and infection control standards at all times.
Assist with cleaning duties within the kitchen and dining areas.
Monitor and record food safety requirements, including temperatures and deliveries.
Ensure meals are delivered in a friendly, respectful, and professional manner.
Report any concerns regarding residents' food or beverage intake to the Registered Nurse in Charge.
Work collaboratively with hospitality and care teams to provide a positive dining experience for residents.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Completion of a Food Handling Course (or willingness to obtain).
Current National Police Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to obtain.
Previous experience in hospitality, food services, or aged care (desirable).
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
A positive attitude and commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
A genuine passion for supporting older people.

Perks & Benefits

As a not-for-profit organisation, Respect offers access to a range of valuable benefits, including: