Kitchen Hand

Iaawg; Orange City Council; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rewarding work

Counselling support

Volunteering opportunities

Job summary

Mission Australia in Orange, NSW is seeking a casual Kitchen Hand to join the Residential Aged Care team at Benjamin Short Grove. You will assist in preparing and serving nutritious meals, help maintain a clean and safe kitchen, and support the Head Chef while treating residents with dignity and respect.

Shifts run on a 7-day roster including morning and afternoon slots; a Food Safety Certificate and a commitment to older Australians' wellbeing are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong teamwork and communication in a busy kitchen.
• Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Reliability, punctuality and willingness to learn.
• Undergo background checks and have suitability for working with vulnerable people.

Responsibilities

• Support residents' dining experience by serving meals in a timely, respectful manner.
• Assist with preparation and service of nutritious meals following safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen in line with food safety requirements.
• Receive and store deliveries, rotate and manage stock.
• Accurately complete kitchen records and collaborate with the hospitality team.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Punctuality

Education

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Casual Opportunities Available

Salary: $39.08 per hour + Super Location: Orange, NSW 2800

Life at Mission Australia

When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia to meet the growing needs of people across the country. Together we’re building hope and possibility for all. Find out more about us and our purpose.

Your opportunity

Join Mission Australia's Residential Aged Care team and play an important role in supporting the health, wellbeing and quality of life of our residents. As a Kitchen Hand at Benjamin Short Grove in Orange, you'll be part of a dedicated team supporting the preparation and service of nutritious meals for our residents. Working alongside the Head Chef and hospitality team, you'll help create a safe, welcoming and supportive home where residents are treated with dignity, respect and compassion. Benjamin Short Grove provides specialist residential aged care for people who have experienced homelessness, are at risk of homelessness, or are experiencing financial or social disadvantage. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working as part of a team and making a genuine difference in people's lives. From supporting the preparation and service of meals to helping maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment, no two days are the same, and every day offers the chance to positively impact residents' wellbeing. We currently have shifts available on a 7-day rotating roster, including 6:00am - 2:06pm, 9:30am - 5:36pm and 1:00pm - 6:00pm, offering flexibility and the opportunity to find a roster that suits your lifestyle.

Your key responsibilities

• Support residents' dining experience by ensuring meals are served in a timely, professional and respectful manner.
• Assist with the preparation and service of nutritious meals in accordance with food safety and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic kitchen environment in line with food safety and infection control requirements.
• Receive and store food deliveries safely, ensuring stock is rotated and managed correctly.
• Complete food safety records and kitchen documentation accurately.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver a high-quality hospitality service that supports residents' health and wellbeing.

Requirements for success

• Food Safety Certificate.
• Previous experience in a kitchen, hospitality, catering, retail or customer service environment is desirable.
• Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety and hygiene.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment and follow instructions.
• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality and a willingness to learn.
• A genuine commitment to supporting the wellbeing of older Australians.
• Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.

Your benefits

• Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference
• Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support.
• Volunteering opportunities

Our culture

Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career. We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia. We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Mission Australia is a national Christian charity motivated by a shared vision of an Australia where everyone has a safe home and can thrive. Since 1859, we’ve been standing alongside people in need across Australia, offering real hope that has lasting impact.

Backed by our supporters, churches, partners, and funders, we work together for the long-term wellbeing of anyone who needs us, reflecting our values of respect, compassion, integrity, perseverance and celebration.

We collaborate with people experiencing homelessness or disadvantage to tackle the root causes of their challenges through providing access to safe, affordable homes and innovative, evidence-based support services. Every day we deliver homelessness crisis and prevention services, provide social and affordable housing, assist struggling families and children, address mental health issues, fight substance dependencies, support people with disability and much more.

Mission Australia believes a person’s circumstances shouldn’t define their future and that given the right support, everyone can reach their full potential. That’s why we stand together with Australians in need, until they can stand for themselves. Learn more about Mission Australia and our purpose.