Are you passionate about delivering exceptional food services to vulnerable members of our community?
We are seeking a dedicated Food Services Assistant to join our team at Bucklands and Pines Lodge Care.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual who shares our values of service, courage and compassion.
* To work as part of a cohesive team, undertaking general catering duties for the provision of high-quality catering services.
* To assist in the preparation, cooking, distribution and serving of all types of meals for residents, visitors, staff and functions.
* To observe food safety, HACCP, quality and hygiene standards as well as adhere to policies and procedures.
Daily duties will include:
* Maintaining accurate relevant catering records including the monitoring and recording of food temperatures.
* Reporting any feedback from residents on their satisfaction or otherwise for meals provided.
* Working positively and collaboratively with other staff to provide person-centred food services and supports that is safe and effective.
* Supporting each resident make their own food decisions, in conjunction with Nursing staff, to enable them to feel socially connected.
About You
We are looking for people who share our passion for making a positive difference in the lives of others.
* Previous experience in a food handling role.
* Sound best practice food handling skills as appropriate to the role.
* Adequate communication skills and a good level of English literacy.
* The ability to speak in a manner that older people can understand.
* Sound manual handling skills.
* Good time management in order to manage own workload without direct supervision, to complete tasks within the allocated time.
* A basic understanding of the requirements to support residents living with dementia including those who display challenging behaviours.
About Us
We are one of Australia's leading charitable aged care, health and retirement living service providers.
We value the diversity in our team and offer salary packaging benefits to maximise your take-home pay.
When you work for us, we value you as an individual, care for your wellbeing and develop your skills to help you build your career.