Are you a Catering Assistant looking for a local role that makes a difference? Come join Carrington's Hotel Services Team
- 3-month Part Time Contract - with pathways to permanent employment
- 60+ hours per fortnight - roster availability within 6:00am - 6:30pm, with one weekend off per fortnightLocal job opportunity making a genuine difference to our elderly residents
**ABOUT US**
Carrington is a not-for-profit center of excellence for retirees and has been providing state-of-the-art services and accommodation for independent living, residential care, and community care since 1889. Located in the historic village of Camden, Carrington is situated on 400 acres with an idyllic garden and bushland setting, with sweeping views over the Camden Valley.
**THE OPPORTUNITY**
As a Kitchen Hand, you will p repare and cook sandwiches & salads according to dietary requirements and preferences across our four Residential Care Facilities and Assisted Living facility. Your preparation of healthy & nutritious meals will ensure our residents have an enjoyable eating experience, while catering to their nutritional and dietary needs. We currently have 3-month Part Time contracts available, with pathways to permanent employment as rosters become available.
- Responsibilities: _
- Preparing and cooking meals adhering to IDDSI (International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative) guidelines for food preparation, including modified texture foods
- Preparing catering orders as needed for onsite events, including bulk sandwich production
- Assisting in meal delivery driving to ensure timely and efficient service around campus
- Supporting Chefs with kitchen operations, including food prep and cleaning dutiesMaintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene
**ABOUT YOU**
- Essential Criteria _
- Sandwich Hand & commercial kitchen experience
- Passion for cooking & nutritious meals
- Driver's license and reliable transport
- Flexible to work a variety of shifts - early/late shifts & weekend work
- Demonstrated ability to work without supervision as well as a part of a team
- Excellent time management skills
- Right to work in Australia
- Completion of a pre-employment assessment and a National Criminal History check clearance
- Desirable _
- Previous experience adhering to IDDSI (International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative) guidelines for food preparationSome exposure to food and beverage experience
**Enjoy our Benefits**
- Competitive Pay, including loadings, potential performance-based increases and full not-for-profit salary packaging
- Employee sign on bonus - Earn up to $1,000
- 15% employee discount at our Rocksalt restaurant
- 10% off full price shoes at a local shoe storeEnjoy our "Carrington Day" - an Additional Christmas Public Holiday each year
**TO APPLY