Kitchen Hand

**This is a Permanent Part time - Kitchen Hand Role**

**About Aegis**

The Aegis Aged Care Group has been providing quality care services to West Australians for nearly 40 years. We are committed to excellence through imagination and innovation, providing a quality life for those who live in one of our 29 Care Facilities in WA. Aegis is our State’s largest Residential Aged Care Provider employing over 4,500 staff.

Our culture of coaching and continuous improvement means not only will you get to work in a challenging and rewarding environment, but also within a company that fosters the growth of all employees.

While working at Aegis, we will provide you with a range of benefits including:

- Competitive rates of pay.
- Ongoing training and opportunities for development and career growth
- Comprehensive orientation program
- Employee discounts from a number of trusted businesses

Employee discounts from a number of trusted businesses

**About the Facility**

This impressive Residence is named 'Aegis Hermitage' to reflect the character of the picturesque Swan Valley wine growing region. Aegis Hermitage offers premium accommodation in the latest of Care Facility designs to complement a vibrant community in caring for the elderly. This location ensures that a large variety of shopping and service options are just a stroll away. Many 'day trip' venues are located close-by in the Swan Valley, providing a wonderful variety of choice for that special outing.

**About the Role**

As a Kitchen Hand you are a valuable member of the team working under the direction and support of the Cook/ Chef Manager.

A working day will involve:

- Preparing resident’s meals according to dietary / care plans in accordance with developed menus.
- Maintaining a clean working environment in accordance with infection control guidance.
- Ensuring correct food handling techniques are always observed.

You should ideally be an empathetic person who:

- Enjoys working with the elderly.
- Can work independently and as part of a team.
- Is reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
- Has availability and flexibility to work a variety of shifts over weekdays and weekends.
- Has good communication skills and interpersonal skills.

You should possess the following:

- At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role (preferably in Healthcare Industry).
- Experience in food preparation and cooking for large number of people.
- A knowledge of food safety.
- Full Australian working rights and able to pass national police clearance.

**Aegis will provide**:

- Paid orientation program.
- Competitive rate of pay.
- Employee discounts from several trusted businesses.
- Ongoing training and opportunities for development and career growth.