AddressThe organisation
The United Protestant Association of NSW Limited (“UPA”) is a values-driven non-profit organisation dedicated to serving local communities throughout NSW, with a vision of always ensuring we have “our people by our side”.
With a staff compliment of 1400 and a turnover in excess of $100M. UPA is a non-profit Company limited by guarantee.
Our services include:-
- Residential Aged Care
- Home Care Services
- Retirement Villages
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Catering Assistants. We are seeking people to provide a high standard of quality care to facility residents, by providing and maintaining a high standard of catering and dining services within the facility.
The successful candidate must be flexible and available for some weekend work.
Primary Objectives will include but are not limited to:
- Participating in food preparation and beverage service.
- Assisting with required preparation and presentation of food items.
- Maintaining and promoting clean and hygienic work practices.
To be successful in the role you will be:
- Previous experience in a similar kitchen environment.
- Food Handlers Certificate (desirable).
- Passionate about food and cooking.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Positive `can do' attitude will ensure your success in this important role.
- Professional, enthusiastic and friendly manner.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills and ability to multi-task.
- Work autonomously as well as a member of the team and have a strong customer service focus.
- You will need to be a self-starter with excellent time management skills. which enable you prioritise tight work schedules.
- Passionate about providing quality care to our residents.
- Looking forward to working in a close team environment.
- Looking for a challenge with every day a little different.
Benefits and perks
- Competitive remuneration including eligibility for not-for-profit salary packaging options for permanent employees (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benfits , tax free)
- Access to a Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Up to $500 retention bonus for permanent appointments
- Platinum Member of the Australian College of Nursing
- Supportive and friendly work environment
- Work/life balance and flexible working arrangements available
- Workplace education and support provided
- Opportunity to make a real difference to your community and the lives of those in need
Pre-employment screening
The successful candidate is required to have completed/have a willingness to undertake the following:-
- Vaccinated in accordance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy. (including proof of the required doses of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine and annual influenza)
- Undertake a National Criminal History Check
- Undertake Probity checks
- Pre-Employment Medical Assessment
Appointment is subject to satisfactory criminal record check, probity and pre-employment medical checks.
Interested
Simply click on the ‘apply now’ button and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration. For a confidential discussion or to obtain a copy of the position description, please email ***********@upa.org.au.
To find out more about UPA of NSW, we invite you to visit our website at www.upa.org.au.
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA’s Recruitment Team at ***********@upa.org.au.
