Catering Assistant / Cold Larder / Chef - Aged Care/Retirement
Posted: 24/04/2026
Closing Date: 24/05/2026
Job Type: Casual
Location: NSW: Newcastle
Job Category: Care Services,Catering Assistant,Communications,Customer Service,Kitchen
Job Description
About the role:
Cater Care is seeking Casual Catering Assistant to join our team at Booragul, NSW. In this role, you'll assist with meal service and help create a warm and welcoming dining experience for residents.
What this role involves:
* Assisting with food preparation, including salads, sandwiches, and texture-modified meals
* Customer service - serving our residents meals and snacks
* Re-stocking as required, and after meal periods
* Dishwashing and cleaning kitchen & dining areas
* Setting tables, plating meals, and supporting the chef with general kitchen duties
Roster:
Weekend position, Saturday and Sunday Mornings 06.30-14.00
Desired Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate will have:
* Previous experience in food preparation and/or customer service
* Work effectively as part of a team to meet resident needs and service expectations
* Excellent presentation and communication skills
* Flexibility, with the ability to adapt to busy and changing environments
* Competitive hourly rate plus casual leave loading (Saturday $33.38 Sunday $40.05)
* Uniform provided
* Staff benefits and retail discounts (450+ stores nationwide!)
* Training and support for further skills
* Access to EAP services via Acacia Connection
Please note:
As a result of revised standards around health & well-being in the aged care industry, all applicants must undertake a National Criminal History Check.
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