Food Services Assistant

Respect Group; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Meals & holiday accommodation up to $2

Job summary

Respect Group in Oakey is seeking a Casual Food Services Assistant to help prepare nutritious meals for residents, serve with care and maintain a clean kitchen.

You’ll be supported with salary packaging benefits up to $15,900; meals and holiday accommodation up to 2,650 where eligible. We value flexibility to work AM, PM and weekends and a team‑focused, caring approach.

Qualifications

• A Food Handling Certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• A current National Police Check or willingness to obtain one.
• Previous experience in food services, preferably within residential aged care.
• An understanding of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling practices.
• A caring, reliable and team-focused approach, with flexibility to work AM, PM and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing nutritious meals that cater to residents’ dietary needs and preferences.
• Prepare, serve and present meals and refreshments with care and attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming kitchen and dining environment.
• Follow food safety procedures, including temperature monitoring, stock checks and accurate record-keeping.
• Provide friendly, respectful service while communicating residents’ food and beverage concerns to the care team.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

Teamwork

Flexibility to shifts

Education

Food Handling Certificate

National Police Check

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.

Why You Will Love Working With Us!

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

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

• Enjoy the flexibility of casual shifts that support your work-life balance.

• Grow your confidence and skills with opportunities for career development.

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

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

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

• Prepare, serve and present meals and refreshments with care and attention to detail.

• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming kitchen and dining environment.

• Follow food safety procedures, including temperature monitoring, stock checks and accurate record-keeping.

• Provide friendly, respectful service while communicating residents’ food and beverage concerns to the care team.

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, preferably within residential aged care.

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

• A caring, reliable and team-focused approach, with flexibility to work AM, PM and weekend shifts.