Part-Time Aged Care Food Services Assistant | Warm Dining Experience

Royal Freemasons Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Employee benefits

Training and career growth

Job summary

Royal Freemasons Mount Martha Valley is seeking a Part-time Food Services Assistant to deliver nourishing meals and friendly dining experiences for residents. You will assist with food prep, dining room setup, and adherence to safety and dietary requirements while contributing to a warm, respectful aged-care environment.

This role involves shift-work across busy dining periods and supports teamwork with care staff.

Qualifications

• Experience working in aged care food service or similar environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Excellent time management and organisational abilities.
• Outstanding customer service with a resident-focused approach.
• High reliability and commitment to safe food handling practices.
• Knowledge of modified texture diets and thickened fluids.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, plating and beverage service as directed by the Chef/Cook.
• Set up dining rooms and meal tray services to ensure a positive dining experience for residents.
• Follow resident dietary requirements and ensure correct meals are provided.
• Maintain safe food handling practices under the Food Safety Program.
• Ensure safe storage of refrigerated and non-refrigerated items.
• Monitor and manage food expiry dates and records.
• Complete food safety records, documentation, reporting and audit requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe, hygienic kitchen and work environment.
• Deliver high-quality customer service to residents, families and visitors.
• Support compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and OH&S reporting.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Resident-focused care

Modified texture diets

Attention to detail

Job description

Royal Freemasons Mount Martha Valley is seeking a Part-time Food Services Assistant to deliver nourishing meals and friendly dining experiences for residents. You will assist with food prep, dining room setup, and adherence to safety and dietary requirements while contributing to a warm, respectful aged-care environment.

This role involves shift-work across busy dining periods and supports teamwork with care staff.