Our Support Worker role is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of residents in our care facility.
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our team as a Support Worker - Catering. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring that our residents receive high-quality food and support services.
About the Role
* You will work closely with our chef/cook to prepare daily meals and beverages that meet the individual needs of each resident, including special dietary requirements, allergies, and culturally specific preferences.
* You will ensure that all duties are performed in accordance with the National Food Safety Program, including completing food safety records and preventing cross-contamination.
* You will serve nutritious meals in a well-presented manner and at the appropriate temperature.
* You will work with our care team to plate and deliver meals, ensuring familiarity with menus and the needs and preferences of individual residents within the home.
* You will provide social and emotional support to all residents, ensuring that care provision is holistic and person-centered.
Your Key Responsibilities
1. 2. Safety and Quality: Ensure environmental service standards are met and maintained, and the residents living environment is safe and maintained to a high standard of cleanliness.
* Food Preparation: Prepare daily meals and beverages that meet individual needs of each resident including special dietary requirements, allergies and culturally specific as instructed by the Chef or Cook.
o Cleaning and Hygiene: Ensure the appropriate chemicals are used safely and in accordance with SDS and cleaning schedules.
+ Documentation: Document resident's requirements and any 'exceptional' changes which occurs for the resident on shift.
# Kitchen Operations: Assist and support the Chef in ensuring adequate stocks of food products and related kitchen items.
About You
* You must have effective interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.
* You must be able to demonstrate your ability to prioritize workloads.
* You must show commitment to continuous quality improvement.
* You must have working knowledge of WH&S and Infection Control.
* You must be able to operate standard domestic and industrial equipment.
Why Work With Us?
We offer a range of benefits to our staff, including non-for-profit salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance, paid parental leave, training and development pathways, and flexible hours.
We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment where you can grow and develop your career.
We look forward to hearing from you!