We are currently seeking a permanent part time Kitchen Assistant to work in residential aged care in Torquay.
Various shifts available including morning, afternoon etc. Mon-Sunday shifts available. Weekend work available.
*Competitive Wages and penalties apply*
The role:
• Assist in preparation of high quality food and meals
• Meet the needs of all consumers by ensuring dietary requirements are met
• Liaise with care staff and nursing staff about specific dietary requirements including modified diets.
• Provide meal plans, update menus in conjunction with a dietician
• Demonstrate customer service, be efficient in communication with consumers and relatives
• Provide consumers with choice
• Monitor and complete ordering of food supplies
A successful candidate will have:
• Previous experience working in a similar role in an Aged Care environment
• A passion for working in Aged Care
• A strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Work well within a team environment to serve healthy and delicious food
• Attention to detail
Essential requirements:
• Certificate IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or higher, current Food Safety Supervisor Training (Health & Community) - HLTFSE001, HLTFSE005 and HLTFSE007
• A certified Food Handling certificate (HLTFSE001) is essential for this role.
• Experience working in an Aged Care environment would be well regarded
• Police Check (Aged care/Vulnerable People specific)before commencement of role
• Current flu and COVID-19 vaccination
If you meet the above criteria please APPLY NOW or email your application to *******@ocgroup.com.au