Catering Assistant - Aged Care/Retirement | Ballina
Posted: 25/05/2026
Closing Date: 27/06/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Part Time
Location: NSW: Northern NSW (Byron Bay,Tweed Heads)
Job Description
About The Role
Cater Care is seeking a friendly and reliable Catering Assistant to join our aged care team at one of our sites in Ballina, NSW on a part-time basis.
This is a great opportunity to become part of a supportive and welcoming environment, helping deliver high-quality meal services that enhance the daily experience of our residents and staff.
In this role, you will assist with food preparation, meal service, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness and hygiene standards, while providing excellent customer service and maintaining a professional presentation at all times.
What We Offer
* Competitive Hospitality Award rates
* Entry-level opportunity with structured training and development pathways
* Work with a leading national contract catering organisation
* Supportive and inclusive team culture
* Access to employee retail discounts across 450+ stores
* Provided company uniform for ease of onboarding
* Employee Assistance Program (Acacia Connection EAP) to support wellbeing
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and assemble food items including salads, sandwiches, and texture-modified meals
* Assist with meal service, ensuring a high standard of presentation and customer service
* Restock supplies before, during, and after service periods
* Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas, including dishwashing duties
* Set tables and assist with plating and meal distribution
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
* Previous experience in food preparation and/or customer service
* Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery highly regarded
* Experience in contract catering, aged care, healthcare, or food service environments is desirable
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work effectively within a team environment
We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.
Please Note
All applicants must have a current year flu vaccination and undertake a National Criminal History Check.
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