Support Worker – Catering (Casual)
Calvary Muswellbrook Retirement Community, Muswellbrook, NSW 2333
Position Details
* Employment type: Casual (temporary)
* Seniority level: Entry Level
* Job function: Other (Hospitals and Health Care)
* Closing date: Jan 3, 2026
About The Role
The Support Worker – Catering will ensure a supportive environment where residents are encouraged to express their food preferences and choice, whilst ensuring that food is nutritious and prepared in alignment with appropriate standards. Catering support workers will do all that they can to support cultural, religious and dietary preferences in preparation and food service to ensure that resident satisfaction is maintained.
Key Responsibilities
* Support service delivery under the direction of the Chef/Cook
* Prepare daily meals and beverages that meet the individual needs of each resident including special dietary requirements, allergies and culturally specific details as instructed by the Chef or Cook
* Ensure environmental service standards are met and maintained, and the residents living environment is safe and maintained to a high standard of cleanliness
* Ensure that all duties are worked in accordance with the National Food Safety Program at all times, including completing food safety records and preventing cross contamination
About You
* Effective interpersonal communication; both written and verbal
* Demonstrated ability to prioritise workloads
* Commitment to continuous quality improvement
* Working knowledge of WH&S and Infection Control
* Ability to operate standard domestic and industrial equipment
* Previous experience with Australian food safety standards
* Demonstrated experience in food preparation and food safety desirable
* Food Handling Certificate desirable
Contact Information
For further information please contact Zee Cochrane, Home Manager on (02) 6542 4800
Why work for Calvary?
At Calvary, our staff matter. With over 130 years' experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.
Benefits
* NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships
* Paid parental leave
* Training, development pathways and career opportunities
* Flexible hours that make sense for you
Additional Information
* As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre‑employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role.
* You may be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.
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