Kitchenhand-Housekeeper

Part-time (17-21 hours per week)

We are looking for an experienced Kitchenhand/Housekeeper to work at our Accommodation Village in Shenton Park.

About Us

Westcare has been supporting the Western Australian community for over seventy six years; providing quality employment, training and accommodation for people with disabilities in line with our five core values of:

Inclusivity, Integrity, Respect, Collaboration, Advocacy

Whilst our business encompasses printing, box making, food and industrial packaging to a wide range of Western Australian clients, this role is to provide cleaning and kitchen hand duties at our Westcare Accommodation Village.

About the Role

The Kitchenhand/Housekeeper contributes to a clean and hygienic kitchen and living environment for people living with a disability.  This particular position will mainly be rostered for the dinner shift five nights per week however, the successful applicant will be willing to cover the morning/afternoon shift, on occasion, if required, including weekends. The duties may include:

1. Kitchenhand 
   • Re-heat pre-prepared meals 
   • Wash, dry, and return all crockery, cutlery, and cooking utensils
   • Fill dispensers and bowls, including fruit, cereals, sugar, utensils, and condiments.
   • Clean the kitchen area, including bench tops, window, cool-room, stove, and oven
   • Prepare sandwiches and pre-packed snacks for resident lunches
   • Peel vegetables, slice meat for resident meals
   • Prepare light breakfast and side dishes to serve with main meals as directed by Manager 
   • Plate desserts for resident evening meals
   • Serve resident meals, as directed by the Manager
   • Re-set dining room
   • Receive deliveries and organise stock as directed by the Manager 
2. Cleaning
   • Clean (vacuum, mop, dust, disinfect, and make beds) residential units in accordance with the cleaning schedule and at the direction of the Manager
   • Clean (vacuum, mop, dust, and disinfect) common areas in accordance with the cleaning schedule and at the direction of the manager
   • Refill cleaning products from bulk containers
   • Carry out occasional cleaning, including windows, fridges, and stoves, as directed by the Manager
   • Carry out spring clean type of duties at the Village on rotating basis at each unit as directed by Manager.
   • Complete required cleaning documentation. 

 3.  Laundry

• Collect, count, and dispatch resident laundry and flat items 
• Receive washed laundry and return to resident units and laundry room.
• Report stock requirements to the Manager

Who We are Looking For:

1. Domestic/commercial cleaning experience and/or experience working in a commercial kitchen.
2. Willingness and a positive and supportive attitude to working with people with disabilities.
3. Proven ability to work unsupervised with sound time management skills
4. Ability to follow safe work practices and use equipment and chemicals safely.
5. Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Appointment Factors

The following are requirements for appointment to and employment in this role:

• Possession of a recent National Police Clearance
• Possession of a current NDIS Employment Check
• Recent food hygiene certificate or willing to obtain one
• COVID-19 vaccination in accordance with current WA State Government requirements

To apply, please submit your resume and covering letter via Seek. For more information, including a copy of the Position Description, please contact Westcare HR at  **@westcare.com.au