Hospitality Multiskilled

Southern Cross Care (WA) Inc.; Perth; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Free employee assistance program

Flexible working environment

Annual leave 4 weeks

Job summary

Southern Cross Care WA Inc in Rossmoyne, WA, is seeking a casual Kitchen Hand to join the hospitality team at Margaret Hubery House, catering for residents and supporting daily kitchen operations.

You'll assist with meal prep, maintain hygiene and safety standards, wash dishes, and help with stock control and meal service across morning, afternoon and evening shifts. Not-for-profit employer with salary packaging options and flexible working environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in kitchen hand roles within hospitality, catering or aged care is preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and infection control practices is desirable.
• Ability to work well in a busy team and maintain high hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with meal preparation and basic food tasks as directed by Chef or Cook.
• Maintaining a clean, hygienic kitchen environment per food safety standards.
• Washing dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment.
• Cleaning surfaces, benches, floors and prep areas.
• Receiving, storing and rotating stock per food safety rules.
• Assisting with meal service and plating.
• Monitoring supplies and reporting shortages.
• Managing waste and keeping disposal areas hygienic.

Skills

Kitchen Hand experience

Food safety

Job description

• Enjoy the benefits of NFP salary packaging - up to $18,550 p.a.
• Come & join one of WA's largest aged care providers
• Seeking a person with a passion for working with older people

At Southern Cross Care WA, we help people live extraordinary lives, every day, connected to communities.

About the role and where you will be working:

We are currently looking for Hospitality Staff members to join our team at our Margaret Hubery House in Rossmoyne, WA. Catering for up to 65 residents, Margaret Hubery House features wide corridors, multiple lounge areas for residents and visitors to enjoy and enclosed walkways between houses.

You’ll be part of a team that plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our facility by helping deliver nutritious meals and maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment for our residents.

This position is a casual role working across mornings, afternoons, and evening shifts.

You’ll be part of a team that plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our facility by helping deliver nutritious meals and maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment for our residents.

This position is a casual role working across mornings, afternoons, and evening shifts.

Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Assisting with meal preparation and basic food preparation tasks as directed by the Chef or Cook.
• Maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment in accordance with food safety and infection control standards.
• Washing dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
• Cleaning kitchen surfaces, benches, floors, and food preparation areas.
• Receiving, storing, and rotating stock in line with food safety requirements.
• Assisting with meal service, including plating meals and distributing food items as required.
• Monitoring kitchen supplies and reporting stock shortages.
• Managing waste disposal and ensuring rubbish and recycling areas are maintained safely and hygienically.
• Supporting the catering team to ensure meals are prepared and delivered efficiently and on time.

About you:

You enjoy connecting with elderly residents and take pride in contributing to their wellbeing through the delivery of quality food services. You're a reliable team player who thrives in a busy environment and maintains high standards of cleanliness and food safety. If you have a caring nature and are seeking a rewarding role where you can make a meaningful difference, this could be the perfect fit.

To be considered for this role, you'll need:

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Hand, in hospitality, catering, or food services (aged care experience highly regarded).
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and infection control practices.
• The ability to work efficiently in a fast paced environment.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Reliability, punctuality, and strong attention to detail.

Working with us

At Southern Cross Care WA, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where employees feel valued, supported and empowered to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

When you join us, you'll become part of a purpose-driven organisation that helps people live extraordinary lives, connected to communities. In return, we'll support your growth, wellbeing and career through a range of benefits including:

• Not-for-profit salary packaging options of up to $15,900 for general living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment benefits.
• Free employee assistance program
• A diverse range of services which allows professional development and growth
• Annual leave starting at 4 weeks for full time employees.
• Carers/personal leave
• Service Awards for long standing employees
• Flexible working environment

Kindly note, if your application progresses to an interview, we’ll be asking for:

• National Police Clearance: current within 6 months
• NDIS Clearance
• Immunisation record (flu)
• Proof of work rights

About us

Established over 50 years ago, Southern Cross Care WA is a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organisation contributing to social, health and economic development in WA. We do this by enabling the delivery of integrated services in our community for the increasingly complex health, care and accommodation needs of our aging population and those living with mental illness.

Our dedicated and passionate team of around 1000 employees and 130 volunteers, deliver care and services to over 3000 West Australians across our residential, retirement village, mental health, community housing and home care portfolio.

Our promise to our clients, residents and each other is to enable extraordinary because we;

Listen, Act, Do not give up, Work as one.

Southern Cross Housing Ltd. are part of the Southern Cross Care WA Inc. Group.

Southern Cross Care WA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We also acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work.

For more information on the services, we provide visit: scrosswa.org.au

Hospitality Multiskilled