Resident Dining & Nutrition Assistant

Bolton Clarke; Murwillumbah; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous salary packaging

Private health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bolton Clarke’s Heritage Lodge in Murwillumbah seeks a frontline kitchen and dining assistant to support residents with meals, nutrition and person-centred care. You will assist in meal preparation, serving and setting dining areas, while respecting individual preferences and dietary needs, and fostering social engagement during mealtimes.

Experience in hospitality or kitchen work is valued. You will work within Bolton Clarke Food Standards and follow the Food Safety Plan.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• A compassionate and caring attitude.
• Previous restaurant and/or commercial kitchen experience (highly regarded).
• Willingness to take direction from others.
• Reliability and shift flexibility.
• Good time management skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Valid working rights in Australia (Passport, Birth Certificate etc).
• Complete a police check and/or a NDIS Worker Check prior to commencement.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, delivery, presentation and serving of resident meals.
• Provide care and support aligned with residents' daily routines with a focus on nutrition.
• Support meal choices and individual nutrition including allergies and intolerances.
• Enhance the overall dining experience and assist residents with meal selection and timing preferences.
• Prepare and set up dining areas to meet individual needs and preferences.
• Engage with residents to provide social and emotional support during mealtimes.
• Promote resident choice and dignity while maintaining dining areas and accurate nutrition information.
• Assist with quality food preparation in line with the Food Safety Plan and Bolton Clarke standards.
• Maintain kitchen stock supplies as required.

Skills

Compassionate care

Customer service

Time management

Reliability

Adaptability

Job description

Bolton Clarke’s Heritage Lodge in Murwillumbah seeks a frontline kitchen and dining assistant to support residents with meals, nutrition and person-centred care. You will assist in meal preparation, serving and setting dining areas, while respecting individual preferences and dietary needs, and fostering social engagement during mealtimes.

Experience in hospitality or kitchen work is valued. You will work within Bolton Clarke Food Standards and follow the Food Safety Plan.