Food Services Assistant

We are looking for a special kind of person - a St Vincent's kind of person.
Someone who puts compassion, connection and caring for other people at the heart of everything they do.
As a Food Services Assistant, you'll be part of an experienced, engaged and dedicated team helping to create a welcoming, professional and supportive care experience for the residents of our Kew facility.
With stunning views, premium amenities, and a level of care second to none, St Vincent's Care Services Kew redefines the expectations of residential aged care.
This new 135 bed contemporary and luxurious residence located in one of Melbourne's most prestigious suburbs and only 6km's from the CBD, our spaces and services are focused on assisting residents to thrive by placing as much importance on wellbeing as comfort.
St Vincent's Care Services Kew is not just home, it's a lifestyle.
What's on your CV is important, but what's in your heart matters more.
Because at St Vincent's, kindness works for us.
These are permanent part-time positions with shifts available Monday to Friday, including both morning (AM) and afternoon (PM) options.

Things that work for us:

An ability to provide a catering and kitchen service that is consistent with the mission and philosophy of our organisation
Experience in hospitality, an aged care facility, hospital environment and/or related field ideal
Providing services that support high quality food services outcomes for residents, customers and staff of the Facility
Ability to work a rotating roster, flexible
High level of customer service skills
Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills
National Criminal History Check
NDIS Worker Screening Check may be a requirement of this role.

Things that work for you:

Competitive salary packaging options up to $15,990, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annum
Opportunity to work for the nation's largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive vision
Friendly team environment with a great community care spirit
Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its service
No cost uniforms and training
Free annual flu vaccination
Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families
Access to the Fitness Passport (FP)

Why become part of the St Vincent's Care family?
Because you're like us, you believe that every act of kindness makes the world a better place.
Better for everyone who lives in the 20+ facilities and locations we operate in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria.
Better for all our staff and employees, who work tirelessly to provide the highest levels of care and quality of life for our clients.
And better support for the local communities we play an important role in and continue to support.
For more than 175 years, St Vincent's Care Services (SVCS) has been a leading Catholic provider of Aged Care Services in Australia and the legacy of compassion, justice, integrity and excellence entrusted to us by the Sisters of Charity and their Founder Mary Aitkenhead continues to inspire our work today.
Our spiritual and hospital-based heritage has taught us that wellness is about more than medical needs.
It's about building a true partnership around trust and respect.
That's why we take a person-centred approach - delivering holistic, individual care that achieves wellbeing for mind, body and spirit.
At St Vincent's we value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the important of creating a work environment that is welcome, safe, fair and impartial and invite people from all backgrounds to join our caring family.
Reconciliation Action Plan
St Vincent's Health Australia embraces Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people's unique perspectives, knowledge, and cultural.
We strive to achieve better physical, mental, and spiritual health outcomes through continued connection with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
We understand the need to effectively engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to influence decision making at all levels and to create opportunity through sustainable and culturally safe employment.
As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https://www.svcs.org.au/people/aboriginal-torres-strait-islander-recruitment
No agencies please.

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