Food Service Assistant

About the role

Respect, a not-for-profit aged care provider in Regional Australia, is hiring a Food Service Assistant in Yallambee-Millmerran, Queensland. You will work alongside the Chef or Cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents, keeping food safety standards high and the kitchen and dining areas clean and welcoming. This is a casual position with flexible AM, PM and weekend shifts.

Key responsibilities

• Support menu planning to reflect residents' needs, preferences and dietary requirements.
• Prepare, serve and present meals and refreshments in line with the Food Safety Program.
• Maintain hygiene standards, including general cleaning and safe food handling.
• Monitor and record food safety requirements, such as temperatures and goods received.
• Serve meals in a friendly, respectful way and report any food or beverage concerns to the Registered Nurse in Charge.

Required profile

• Previous experience in residential aged care food services.
• Completion of a Food Handling Course, or willingness to obtain one.
• Current National Police Check, or willingness to obtain one.

What we offer

• Salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year for living expenses, bills, rent, mortgage and groceries, plus $2,650 for meals out or holiday accommodation.
• Training and development pathways.
• Onsite supportive leaders and a friendly workplace.
• An opportunity to build a long-term career in aged care.

Selection processes start immediately, so late applications may be excluded; candidates are asked to apply through the employer's application process.