**Permanent Part-time Opportunity at VMCH, Ashwood**
We are seeking a friendly and self-motivated individual with experience in kitchen hand or food services to bring joy to our residents.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in aged care and enjoy excellent not-for-profit salary packaging benefits.
**About the Role**
As a Kitchen Hand / Food Services Assistant, your focus will be on cleaning, delivering, and preparing catering needs, special requirements, and food preferences. You will work collaboratively as part of a friendly and close-knit team to:
* Prepare, present, and serve food and refreshments while being aware of special dietary needs
* Plate and present food in an appealing manner to a high-quality visual standard according to individual requirements
* Clean kitchen and storage areas
* Clear and sort food deliveries
* Perform general kitchen duties to prepare food for daily meals
**Requirements**
* Exceptional customer service skills
* Great communication, organisational, and time management skills
* A valid Food Safety Certificate Level I (HLTFSE001) or progress towards completion
* Previous experience working in a café, food services environment, or at an aged care facility
* Patience, common sense, and a strong ethos of client service
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* The ability to work within a team and with minimal supervision
**Why VMCH?**
We offer a rewarding and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and career progression. Additionally, we provide:
* A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits
* A flexible and family-friendly work culture with wellbeing initiatives and paid parental leave
* An employee assistance program including various support services
* Discounted private health insurance and other benefits
**About Us**
At VMCH, our services cater to diverse individuals. We strive to make a positive difference in people's lives by providing support, a home, and opportunities for growth. As a for-purpose organisation, love, joy, hospitality, and courage guide everything we do.