Kitchen Hand

Aegis Aged Care; Canning; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid orientation program

Competitive rate of pay

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Aegis Aged Care is seeking a Casual Kitchen Hand to support the Cook/Chef Manager in a Western Australian facility. You will help prepare and serve meals, keep the kitchen clean, and follow food handling and infection control standards.

The role suits empathetic individuals who enjoy working with the elderly and can adapt to both weekdays and weekend shifts. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in a similar role (preferably in healthcare), experience with large-scale food prep, and knowledge

Qualifications

• Has knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Empathetic and patient approach when caring for residents.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving residents’ meals according to dietary/care plans and menus.
• Maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen/work environment per infection control standards.
• Ensuring correct food handling techniques are observed at all times.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Job description

Casual Position

About the Role

As a Kitchen Hand you are a valuable member of the team working under the direction and support of the Cook/ Chef Manager.

A working day will involve:

• Preparing and serving resident’s meals according to dietary / care plans in accordance with developed menus.
• Maintaining a clean and hygienic work environment in accordance with infection control standards.
• Ensuring correct food handling techniques are always observed.

You should ideally be an empathetic person who:

• Enjoys working with the elderly.
• Can work independently and as part of a team.
• Is reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
• Has availability and flexibility to work a variety of shifts over weekdays and weekends.
• Has good communication skills and interpersonal skills.

You should possess the following:

• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role (preferably in Healthcare Industry).
• Experience in food preparation and cooking for large number of people.
• A knowledge of food safety.
• Full Australian working rights and able to pass national police clearance.

About Us

Founded in 1983, Aegis began with a vision to provide compassionate and respectful care in a safe and welcoming environment. From its early beginnings as a small, family-founded organisation, it has grown steadily while maintaining its core values of dignity, integrity, and personalised support. Today, Aegis is now Western Australia’s largest aged care provider, and continues to focus on person-centred care, clinical excellence, meaningful lifestyle programs, and exceptional dining experiences, ensuring every resident can live with comfort, purpose, and the highest possible quality of life.

We value the work you do, and the dedication involved in caring for the elderly. Our mission statement acknowledges, that our driving force is a quality workforce. Aegis Aged Care can offer you job stability, diversity, and career growth across our 29 Facilities.

About the facility

Located within the heart of Canning Vale, Aegis Amherst caters for up to 133 residents, providing high quality care services in a secure and friendly living environment. Our purpose-built Facility supports our residents’ every need and enables choice in daily activities.

Aegis will provide:

• Paid orientation program.
• Competitive rate of pay.
• Ongoing training and opportunities for development and career growth.