SCCQ has an exciting opportunity for a casual Catering Assistant/Cook to join the team at our Carinya Residential Aged Care Home in Miles.
What can Southern Cross Care Queensland offer you?
* Competitive pay rates with Not‐for‐Profit salary sacrifice options.
* Various shifts across a 14‐day roster.
* Ongoing individualized training.
* Employee Assistance Program and access to Thrive program.
* Great team culture.
* Supportive purpose‐driven organisation.
* Flexibility to gain experience across multiple roles (Lifestyle, Personal Carer or Domestic Assistant).
What are the key responsibilities?
Working in this role you will find yourself cooking meals or assisting in their preparation and ensuring the kitchen and equipment are maintained in a safe, hygienic and tidy manner. You will enhance the dining experience of our residents, ensuring appetizing and nutritious meals are provided.
* Food handling and preparation
* Plating and serving of meals
* Ensuring on‐time delivery of quality meals
* Basic record‐keeping (e.g. number of meals per day, missed meals) in consultation with the Chief Cook
* Cleaning of dishes, kitchen workspace, equipment, utensils and fixtures
* Maintaining kitchen and equipment in a safe, hygienic and tidy manner
What will you bring to the role?
* Experience working in Aged Care/Hospital commercial kitchen (desired)
* Previous hotel services experience (desired)
* Compassion, sensitivity and maturity to provide high‐quality meals
* Attention to detail and ability to follow verbal and written instructions
* Flexibility with start time and days (including weekends)
* Good knowledge of food safety (preferable HACCP)
* Ability to work autonomously and manage time effectively
Who is Southern Cross Care Queensland?
Southern Cross Care Queensland (SCCQ) is a Catholic not‐for‐profit organisation established by the Knights of the Southern Cross more than 40 years ago. They provide compassionate care and inclusive service to vulnerable, ageing populations across Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria.
Since then, SCCQ has grown to employ over 1700 staff caring for and supporting more than 2000 people across 17 residential aged care homes, 8 retirement villages, 28 social houses, the National Disability and Insurance Scheme and home care services.
Our mission is inspired by Catholic moral and social teachings, providing quality care and accommodation that respects human life and dignity.
How can you apply?
If you have the qualifications and skills required for this role and are ready to make a difference, send your application to employment@sccqld.com.au. Apply today!
Southern Cross Care Queensland is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.
All offers are conditional upon a satisfactory NDIS workers screen, proof of the right to work in Australia, and an up‐to‐date flu vaccination status.
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