Food Service Assistant

1 week ago


Preston, Victoria, Australia Uniting AgeWell Full time
About Us

Uniting AgeWell is a values-based not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives. Our focus is on providing high-quality services and care that enable individuals to live the life they want.

We offer a range of services in various locations in Victoria and Tasmania, employing over 4,300 staff and supported by 600 volunteers. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – which underpins our workplace culture.

What We Offer
  • A competitive salary package with above award hourly rates
  • Salary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually
  • Annual Leave loading
  • Career pathways, education and training opportunities
  • A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 for our staff
  • Enhanced Parental Leave options
  • Location options - move within our Uniting AgeWell network (Victoria and Tasmania)
The Role

This position supports Food Service delivery at Uniting AgeWell Preston by providing a service in accordance with the current planned menu and requirements of the Food Safety Program, enhancing resident's individual needs and wellbeing.

Responsibilities include:

  • Maintaining daily and periodic cleaning schedules for food preparation and food service areas
  • Serving residents meals in dining hall services and trolley service to rooms, washing dishes, sandwich making, providing cups of tea or coffee to residents and their visitors
  • Providing feedback regarding residents' likes and dislikes regarding menu planning and escalating any observations or concerns in residents conditions
  • Promoting and participating in quality activities, and providing outstanding customer service maintaining friendly, supportive and professional relationships with residents, their relatives and friends
  • Supporting colleagues by sharing knowledge and expertise
Requirements
  • Experience and expertise working in food service; preferably in a health, hotel or aged care setting
  • Ability to work at a fast pace as part of a team
  • Excellent customer service skills and ability to provide an excellent standard of service
  • Initiative and ability to work without supervision
  • Commitment to being part of a workplace culture based on the BEST way of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)
Essentials for Working in Aged Care
  • A current Working With Children Check card
  • Current and ongoing flu vaccinations
  • Australian working rights
  • Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance


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