Food Service Assistant

Join to apply for the Food Service Assistant role at Mercy Health Australia Employment Type: CasualSalary: $28.31 per hourLocation: Mercy Place AlburyUpload with application: Resume, cover letter, and all relevant qualificationsContact: Kelly Hayes – I Where there's life, there's Mercy. Where there's care, there's You. Through the battles and the breakthroughs, we're there. Where will you be? For over a century, our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in that, and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity – to build on all that's gone before, to grow your impact and gain experience that's hard to find elsewhere.As a for-purpose organisation with over 10,000 dedicated, compassionate people, we continue to offer more services and deeper care than ever before. With Mercy, you'll have the chance to make an impact and gain experience that's hard to find elsewhere.At Mercy Health, it's all about taking what we have and making it better. To do that, we need you. Join us at Mercy Health, and help our teams deliver even greater outcomes. About the opportunity As a Food Service Assistant, you'll create cherished moments each day. The role involves: Meal Preparation: Assist in preparing and serving meals according to dietary requirements and resident preferences. Food Safety: Follow food safety protocols to ensure hygiene and prevent contamination. Resident Interaction: Engage with residents during mealtime, providing companionship and support. Cleaning Duties: Clean and maintain kitchen and dining areas, ensuring a tidy environment. Assisting with Dietary Needs: Work with dietitians to accommodate special dietary needs and preferences. Training and Compliance: Participate in training on food safety regulations and compliance standards. Collaboration: Work closely with chefs and other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations. Feedback Collection: Gather feedback from residents about meal quality and preferences for improvement. What you'll bring You're reliable, resilient and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are genuinely interested in supporting others and making a difference in your community. To thrive in this role you will have: Food Handling Certification: Completion of food safety training or certification, often required by local health regulations. Experience: Previous experience in food service or a kitchen environment, especially in aged care, is beneficial. Knowledge of Dietary Needs: Understanding of nutritional requirements and dietary restrictions common in aged care. Communication Skills: Good verbal communication skills to interact effectively with residents and staff. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment. Physical Stamina: Capability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, standing for long periods, and moving equipment. Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail, especially regarding food presentation and safety practices. Flexibility: Willingness to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays, as needed. What you will require NDIS Clearance OR application and recent police check. Ready to help us shape the future of healthcare? Join us and make a meaningful difference in people's lives – and your career. Click Apply now.We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples, traditional Custodians of the Land on which our Head Office is based, and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture. We also extend this acknowledgment to the many traditional lands across Australia and pay our respects to Elders past and present. Mercy Health is an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr