Environmental Services Worker

**Churches of Christ,**Warwick, Residential Aged Care**

**Enviromental Service Worker - Kitchen/ Servery & Cleaner**

**Permanent Part-Time Opportunity**

**Location**

Warwick Aged Care is located in the beautiful Southern Downs and just 3 km from Warwick’s centre. Catch up with family at the on-site café, take a walk in our landscaped gardens, or visit some of Queensland’s finest original sandstone buildings and heritage site. Important amenities and shops are nearby.

Warwick is Approx. 2 hr 17 min (157.6 km) West of Brisbane, based on the Darling downs.

**Warwick Aged Care | Churches of Christ** _(link provided for service overview)_

**Employee Benefits**:
As a not-for-profit entity, our employees can package up to $18,549 p.a. of their taxable income before your income tax is calculated. Up to $15,900 p.a. on everyday expenses (such as mortgage payments, rent, groceries, bills and insurance) plus up to $2,649 p.a. on meal/entertainment benefits.

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By being such a large organisation, we are also able to offer a range of compelling benefits. Including but not limited to:

- Salary sacrificing benefits that can greatly increase take home pay;
- Five (5) weeks of annual leave and the ability to purchase more;
- Grants (for eligible employees) to assist in formal study;
- Discounts through our large network of retail partners including:

- JB Hi-Fi,
- The Good Guys,
- Goodlife Health Clubs,
- Bupa Health,
- Plus many more;
- Employee Assistance Program.
- A work culture that values you.

**About this role**

An opportunity in Warwick has become available for a proactive, detail-oriented person looking to contribute to the team and to make a real difference in the lives of our elderly residents. The role requires someone who is highly organised, able to juggle various duties, and committed to maintaining a clean and welcoming environment at our Warwick Residential Aged Care facility.

Duties to include but not limited to:

- Assisting in the preparation of meals; maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen and equipment.
- Assist with the serving of meals, including setting up and cleaning the dining room, trolleys and trays.
- Maintain the laundry duties including sorting, washing, drying, folding and distribution of linen and resident clothing.
- Maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the facility’s residential areas

A positive attitude, sense of responsibility, and willingness to work in a collaborative, diverse team are key traits for success in this role. If you’re looking for a meaningful and rewarding position, this is the perfect chance to make an impact.

**What you can bring to the team**
- A team
- oriented mindset: working as a part of a supportive team to create a clean, safe and welcoming environment;
- A strong attention to detail.
- The ability to provide excellent customer service including being a compassionate, approachable individual and willing to go the extra mile;
- The ability to adapt to changes to meet the needs of varying tasks and priorities.
- A high standard of cleanliness and hygiene.

To be suitable for the position, ideally you have:

- Certificate II in Cookery or similar (desirable)
- Previous relevant experience, preferably within a team environment. (desirable)
- Experience working in the aged care industry. (desirable)

Possess or willingness to obtain;
- A National Police Certificate
- Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: _**_Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety._**

**About Us**

We are one of Australia’s largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care. With services across Queensland and Victoria.

**How to apply**Applications will be assessed as they are received.