Kitchen Hand | Blayney NSW

Roshana Care Group; Blayney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Real career pathways

Ongoing training and mentoring

Supportive leaders

Inclusive team culture

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Roshana Care Group’s Lee Aged Care in Blayney, NSW, is seeking a part-time Kitchen Hand to join our aged care team. The role supports residents with safe, nutritious meals and works within a friendly, supportive team.

You will assist with basic food preparation, meal service, and kitchen cleanliness, while upholding food safety standards and collaborating with cooks and chefs to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen or hospitality settings preferred.
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Good time management and attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• National Police Clearance or NDIS Screening Check, or willingness to obtain.
• Understanding of food safety practices or willingness to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation including washing, peeling, and plating
• Support meal service and ensure timely delivery of food to residents
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, including dishes, utensils, and equipment
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and infection control standards at all times
• Assist with stock rotation, storage, and kitchen organisation
• Work closely with cooks and chefs to ensure smooth kitchen operations
• Help create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment

Skills

Kitchen experience

Teamwork

Time management

Food safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Job description

Join Roshana Care Group – Turn Your Passion into a Career

Are you ready for a role where you can walk out the door knowing you have changed someone’s day for the better? At Roshana Care Group, we have been proudly caring for older Australians for more than 20 years across Western Australia, Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia, and Victoria, and we are continuing to grow. Guided by our values of Compassion, Respect, Communication, Teamwork, and Integrity, we do not just provide care – we create real homes and real connections.

About the Facility

Lee Aged Care is an intimate 27‑bed home in the historic town of Blayney, NSW, offering a peaceful and close‑knit setting. Single rooms with ensuites, landscaped gardens and a personalised approach to care make it ideal for residents who value familiarity and relationships.

We are looking for Kitchen Hand to join our aged care team at Lee Aged Care, in a Part Time capacity.

About the Role

As a Kitchen Hand, you will play an important role behind the scenes, helping ensure our residents enjoy safe, nutritious, and well-presented meals every day. Your work will directly support the comfort and wellbeing of those in our care. This is a fast-paced, hands‑on role, perfect for someone who enjoys staying active and being part of a supportive team.

What You Will Be Doing

• Assist with basic food preparation including washing, peeling, and plating


• Support meal service and ensure timely delivery of food to residents


• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, including dishes, utensils, and equipment


• Follow food safety, hygiene, and infection control standards at all times


• Assist with stock rotation, storage, and kitchen organisation


• Work closely with cooks and chefs to ensure smooth kitchen operations


• Help create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment

What You Will Bring

• Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality setting (preferred but not essential)


• Willingness to learn and take direction in a fast‑paced environment


• Strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a team


• Good time management and attention to detail


• Positive attitude and reliability


• A National Police Clearance or NDIS Screening Check, or willingness to obtain this


• Understanding of food safety practices (or willingness to obtain certification)

Why You Will Love Working with Us

• Real career pathways, with opportunities to grow into cook or chef roles


• Ongoing training, mentoring, and opportunities to learn on the job


• Supportive, approachable leaders who listen and support


• A friendly, inclusive team that enjoys working together, celebrates achievements, and supports one another


• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for additional support when you need it


• A values driven culture where your ideas are welcomed and your hard work is recognised

To learn more about Roshana Care Group, visit: https://www.roshana.com.au