Food Service Assistant Cheltenham Manor
Part Time | Cheltenham, Melbourne's Southeast
- Flexible part time hours — Morning's & Afternoon's Available
- Join a warm, supportive team making a real difference every day
- Be part of a family owned organisation that truly values its people!
About Us:
Medical & Aged Care Group (MACG) is a family owned and operated Residential Aged Care organisation committed to best practice, continuous improvement, and strong community values. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive, team focused environment where staff feel valued and residents receive high quality, person centred care.
About the Role:
Cheltenham Manor is one of Melbourne's most well regarded residential aged care homes, a large, 153 bed facility set in the heart of Cheltenham, operated by the family owned Medical & Aged Care Group.
Far from your average aged care home, Cheltenham Manor offers boutique, hotel style living for residents, with beautiful shared spaces, a daily café/kiosk, secure gardens, a chapel, hairdressing salon, and a genuine community feel that residents and staff love being part of. Meals here are a real highlight prepared fresh on-site, dietitian approved and tailored to residents' cultural and medical needs.
When you join Cheltenham Manor, you're joining a home that takes real pride in what it does, and a team that shows up every day to make a difference. We have an exciting opportunity for a Permanent Part Time Food Services Assistant to join our warm and welcoming team at Cheltenham Manor!
This role is perfect for someone who is confident, proactive, and takes pride in getting the job done to a high standard. You will play a key role in supporting our kitchen operations and ensuring residents receive quality meals in a safe and welcoming environment.
Available Shifts:
- Morning: 6:30am – 2:00pm
- Afternoon: 2:00pm – 8:00pm
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Hourly Pay Rates!
- Shift Allowances
- 17.5% Annual Leave Loading (making your leave worth more)
- EAP Program
- Refer a Friend Benefit Program
- JB-Hi-Fi Employee Discounts
- Home & Hearts Staff Awards Program
- Ongoing training & career development opportunities
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with meal preparation and food plating
- Serve meals and beverages to residents
- Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen and dining environment
- Follow food safety and infection control procedures
- Work collaboratively with kitchen and care staff
About You:
- Confident, reliable, and able to work efficiently
- Strong work ethic with a "get it done" attitude
- Team player with a positive approach
- Good communication and time management skills
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications & Experience:
- Food Safety Certificate (Required)
- Experience in hospitality or aged care (1+ year preferred)
- Understanding of hygiene and food safety practices (Required)
Requirements:
- Current Police Check (Required)
- Australian working rights (Required)
Our Values:
At MACG, our values are at the heart of everything we do, and they show up in the way we care for our residents and support each other every day.
Compassion | Integrity | Dignity | Diversity | Accountability | Family | Respect
Food Service Assistant - Cheltenham Manor in Melbourne employer: Aged Care GP
At Aged Care GP, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering flexible and rewarding opportunities for VR GPs on the beautiful Sunshine Coast. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth through ongoing mentoring and CPD, while our commitment to meaningful patient care ensures that you can make a real difference in the lives of the older generation. With additional government incentives and comprehensive billing and admin support, we empower our team to focus on delivering high-quality care in a collaborative environment.
