At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with food prep, meal service, and kitchen cleanliness in a supportive team.
- Company: Cater Care, a leading Australian-owned catering service provider.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, structured training, employee discounts, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Flexible morning shifts with great career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a difference in residents' lives while gaining valuable experience in hospitality.
- Qualifications: Experience in food prep or customer service is a plus; strong teamwork skills needed.
The predicted salary is between 19.8 - 24.2 $ per hour.
Location: Ballina, NSW
Roster: Morning shifts, 6:30 am - 2:00 pm (minimum 20 hours per week)
Cater Care is seeking a friendly and reliable Catering Assistant to join our aged care team at one of our sites in Ballina, NSW on a part-time basis. This is a great opportunity to become part of a supportive and welcoming environment, helping deliver high-quality meal services that enhance the daily experience of our residents and staff.
In this role, you will assist with food preparation, meal service, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness and hygiene standards, while providing excellent customer service and maintaining a professional presentation at all times.
What We Offer
- Competitive Hospitality Award rates
- Entry-level opportunity with structured training and development pathways
- Access to employee retail discounts across 650+ stores
- Provided company uniform for ease of onboarding
- Employee Assistance Program (Acacia Connection EAP) to support wellbeing
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and assemble food items including salads, sandwiches, and texture-modified meals
- Assist with meal service, ensuring a high standard of presentation and customer service
- Restock supplies before, during, and after service periods
- Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas, including dishwashing duties
- Set tables and assist with plating and meal distribution
About You
- Previous experience in food preparation and/or customer service
- Experience in contract catering, aged care, healthcare, or food service environments is desirable
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment
- Flu Vaccination and National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain
About Us
Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian-owned contract catering service provider operating across multiple sectors, including Aged Care, Education, Retirement, Retail, and Remote Services. We operate with the values of Care, Pride, and Community, fostering diversity, work/life balance, and excellent career opportunities. We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.
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