Food Service Assistant

3 weeks ago


Geelong, Victoria, Australia Colac Area Health Full time
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Environmental/Domestic/Food Services - Cleaning/Housekeeping

- Grow your skills at an organisation invested in your long-term development
- Extend your career, gain invaluable experience
- Permanent part-time opportunity (32 hours per fortnight)

About Barwon Health

Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency, and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training, and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.

About the facility

Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong's CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health, and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.

Food Services operates across University Hospital Geelong and the Grace Mckellar Centre, looking for staff across all sites. The CPU (McKellar) is responsible for plating and distribution of up to 2,500 meals across three meal services. Food services currently operates a cafeteria and 2 smaller kiosk cafes at University Hospital Geelong, and a medium-sized café at McKellar offering food and beverages to internal and external customers.

About the role

The Food Services Assistant (Cafe 45 Staff) will:

- Provide service delivery of meals and beverages to patients, customers, visitors, and staff
- Provide exceptional customer service in a professional and efficient manner whilst working in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment and adhering to Barwon Health's Food Safety Plan

To be successful in this role, you will need to have a Food Safety Certificate or be willing to obtain one.

Please note: Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means such as text messaging or other services.

About the culture

You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional, and dedicated team who take pride in providing high-quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health's commitment to professional development.

- Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Wide-ranging professional development opportunities to enhance your career
- Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean 'Tongue of Land'.

- Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban, and rural homes
- Home to world-class schools and education providers
- Enjoy our vast parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes

We believe in diversity and inclusion, celebrating the backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of backgrounds, abilities, and identities.

We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing. We encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, individuals with disabilities, and those from diverse backgrounds. If you require reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you.

We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards.

We are proud to be a Totally Smoke-Free workplace.

If you need assistance with your application, please email the Talent Acquisition team at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch.

Prior to commencement, new employees must provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.

This role requires evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.

Contact person: Mel Marshall
Email: melanie.marshall@barwonhealth.org.au
Phone: (03) 4215 5871

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