Resident Dining & Nutrition Assistant

Bolton Clarke; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Job summary

Bolton Clarke is a leading not-for-profit provider delivering home care, retirement living and aged care across Australia. We are seeking a frontline carer with a strong focus on nutrition and dining to support residents in daily meals and dining experiences.

Role involves assisting with meal preparation, presentation and service, while upholding dignity, choice and social connection during mealtimes in a supportive Sydney-area location.

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 the ability to work well under pressure.
• Valid working rights in Australia.
• Complete a police check and/or a NDIS Worker Check (or willingness to obtain) prior to commencement.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support aligned with residents' routines with a focus on nutrition and dining.
• Assist in meal preparation, delivery, presentation and serving of resident meals.
• Support residents with meal selection and timing preferences; maintain dining areas.
• Engage with residents to provide social and emotional support during mealtimes.
• Uphold dignity and respect by promoting resident choice and control.
• Maintain accurate nutrition and diet information as required.
• Assist with quality food preparation in line with Food Safety Plan and Dining Framework.

Skills

Customer service

Compassionate

Reliability

Time management

Flexibility

Communication skills

Job description

Bolton Clarke is a leading not-for-profit provider delivering home care, retirement living and aged care across Australia. We are seeking a frontline carer with a strong focus on nutrition and dining to support residents in daily meals and dining experiences.

Role involves assisting with meal preparation, presentation and service, while upholding dignity, choice and social connection during mealtimes in a supportive Sydney-area location.