Food Services Assistants- Coppin Centre

Royal Freemasons Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

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Job summary

Royal Freemasons Ltd is seeking enthusiastic Food Services Assistants at Coppin Centre in Melbourne to join on a permanent or casual basis. You will assist with meal service, support a welcoming dining environment and help ensure residents receive nutritious meals.

Responsibilities include meal prep, plating, tray service, safe food handling, and maintaining dining room standards while complying with aged care standards and OH&S requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Food Services Assistant, preferably in aged care.
• Knowledge of texture-modified diets and dietary requirements.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, organised and committed to safe hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation, plating, tray service and delivery in accordance with dietary requirements.
• Set up dining areas and provide excellent customer service to residents.
• Maintain food safety standards, including safe handling and expiry monitoring.
• Clean and maintain kitchen and dining areas to ensure a safe environment.
• Support compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and OH&S requirements.

Skills

Food service experience

Strong teamwork

Good communication

Safe food handling

Passion for elder care

Job description

Become part of a caring, forward‑thinking team where your work genuinely makes a difference.

At Royal Freemasons, every shift is an opportunity to enrich the lives of older people through compassion, connection, and quality service.

Coppin Centre is seeking enthusiastic Food Services Assistants to join our team on a permanent or casual basis.

If you enjoy working as part of a team and creating positive dining experiences, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in residents' daily lives. You'll assist with meal service, support a welcoming dining environment, and help ensure residents receive nutritious, well‑presented meals.

You’ll help ensure residents receive nutritious, well‑presented meals while supporting a warm, welcoming dining environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with meal preparation, plating, tray service, and food and beverage delivery in accordance with resident dietary requirements.
• Set up dining areas and provide excellent customer service to residents.
• Maintain food safety standards, including the safe handling, storage, monitoring of expiry dates, and documentation of food and beverages.
• Clean and maintain kitchen and dining areas to ensure a safe and hygienic environment.
• Support compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards, OH&S requirements, and accreditation standards.

Who You Are:

• Experience working as a Food Services Assistant, preferably in an aged care setting.
• Knowledge of texture-modified diets, dietary requirements, and food allergens.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, organised, and committed to safe food handling and hygiene practices.
• A genuine passion for supporting older people and enhancing their dining experience.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Current Police Check or NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
• Proof of Covid‑19 vaccination (three doses) and annual Flu Vaccine encouraged
• Food Handling Certificate

Why Join Royal Freemasons?

• A welcoming, inclusive team culture
• Work that creates real, meaningful impact
• Ongoing training and opportunities for career growth"? outdoor???
• Salary packaging and a range of employee benefits
• A trusted organisation with a strong reputation across Melbourne

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re looking for a role where you can contribute to the wellbeing of older Australians every day, we’d love to hear from you.