Catering Assistant/Catering Services Assistant

1 day ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia UnitingSA Full time $45,000 - $65,000 per year

Join Our Caring Team as a Catering Assistant/Catering Services Assistant

Are you passionate about food and making a difference in people's lives? We're looking for a part-time or casual Catering Assistant/Catering Services Assistant to join our friendly, supportive team at UnitingSA's aged care network.

If you love working in a close-knit environment, enjoy flexible hours, and want to bring joy to others through nutritious meals, this could be the perfect role for you.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Catering Assistant, you'll play a vital role in creating a warm, welcoming dining experience for our residents. Your day might include:

  • Collaborating with the team to plan and prepare meals
  • Catering to dietary needs, preferences, and cultural requirements
  • Supporting the Chef Manager and kitchen team with food orders and budgeting
  • Maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment
  • Serving meals with care and professionalism
  • Sharing ideas to improve our service and resident satisfaction

What We're Looking For

We'd love to hear from you if you:

  • Have full working rights in Australia (essential)
  • Hold a current DHS NDIS Worker Screening Check (essential)
  • Have experience in aged care or hospitality, or are keen to learn
  • Hold a Certificate II in Hospitality (or are willing to obtain one)
  • Communicate well and enjoy working in a team
  • Are passionate about providing excellent care and service

Studying Certificate III in Commercial Cookery? This is a great opportunity to kickstart your career.

About UnitingSA

UnitingSA operates five aged care homes across Adelaide Western Suburbs. Our facilities are more than just buildings – they're homes filled with care, compassion, and community.

At UnitingSA, Hotel Services team works alongside clinical staff to create a homely atmosphere through delicious meals, meaningful activities, and thoughtful support.

Why Work With Us?

We offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and career growth:

  • Salary Packaging: Up to $15,900 tax-free plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment
  • Leave Loading: 17.5% extra on your holiday pay
  • Career Development: Ongoing training and growth opportunities
  • Paid Parental Leave: 16 weeks for eligible employees
  • Wellbeing Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Ready to Apply?

For a confidential chat, contact Travis Jenkins, Hotel Services Manager, on

Need help with your application? Reach out to our Talent & Acquisition team at

You can review the Job Description by following the prompts to apply.

Applications close Friday, 26th September 2025.

We may close early if we find the right candidate – so don't wait

We Welcome Everyone

We welcome applications from all community members, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with all abilities and diversities.

Our application process is mobile-friendly for your convenience.

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