Food Services Assistant - Tra Aged Care Facility

Upa External; Sydney; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options up to 15900

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Retention bonus for permanent role

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing training & education

Community impact

Job summary

UPA Aged Care Solutions is seeking a Part-time Food Services Assistant- TRA in the Sydney region. You will prepare evening meals, plan for dietary needs, and maintain HACCP guidelines while contributing to a safe, clean kitchen environment.

Applicants should demonstrate empathy, respect for residents, and the ability to work as part of a supportive team. Training opportunities and flexible arrangements are available within a values-driven workplace.

Qualifications

• Willingness to adapt to meet residents' needs.
• Demonstrate empathy and respect to residents.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare evening meals as residents request.
• Plan for dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain HACCP program and pursue continual improvement.
• Keep kitchen clean and hazard-free; clean spills.
• Report defects or maintenance issues.
• Stay up-to-date with food safety guidelines.
• Follow HACCP hygiene guidelines.

Skills

Empathy & respect

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Tools

HACCP program

Food Safety Training

Senior First Aid Certificate

Job description

UPA Aged Care Solutions is a not-for-profit, values-based organisation committed to providing high-quality Residential Aged Care, Home Care, and Retirement Services. We believe every individual has the right to live with dignity, respect, and security, and we strive to attract and retain top talent who share our philosophy of care.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Part-time Food Services Assistant - TRA to join our team at Sydney region.

Duties will include (but not limited to):

• Preparation evening meals as resident's requests
• Planning for resident's special requests and dietary needs, as well as likes and dislikes
• Participating and maintaining the HACCP program continually striving for improvement
• Maintain clean and tidy kitchen, include clean-up of spills and hazard prevention
• Report and defects or maintains requirements
• Keep up to date with latest food safety, handling and equipment standards
• Follow required hygiene guidelines as per HACCP
• Will to complete Food Safety Training as per food safety standards, will to complete Senior First Aide Certificate
• Work as team member as per UPA values and have good communication skills

We are also willing to invest in training and offer you all the support you might need in order to succeed in your role.

What you will need

• Willingness to adapt to meet the resident's needs and requirements
• Ability to demonstrate empathy and respect and treat the residents with dignity
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy

Why work for us

• Competitive pay with salary packaging options (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits, tax-free)
• Access to a Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program
• Retention bonus for permanent appointments
• Supportive and friendly work environment
• Flexible working arrangements for a great work/life balance
• Ongoing workplace education and support
• Make a real difference to your community and residents' lives!

Pre-employment Screening

The successful applicant is required to meet the following criteria:

• Applicants must have current and valid Australian working rights (citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid working visa) to be considered for this role.
• Must be willing to undertake pre-employment checks which include but not limited to National Police Check, Reference Checks, Qualification and professional registration verification
• Vaccinated in accordance with UPA's Immunisation and Vaccination Policy

Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening and confirmation of the applicant's right to work in Australia.

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability.