At a Glance
- Tasks: Support meal preparation and service in a vibrant community kitchen.
- Company: Urban Angels Community Kitchen, dedicated to helping those in need.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, wellbeing reimbursement, and access to salary packaging.
- Other info: Join a welcoming team and gain valuable skills while giving back.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by providing nutritious meals to those facing challenges.
- Qualifications: Experience in hospitality or customer service is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 34.96 - 34.96 $ per hour.
Urban Angels Community Kitchen is a platform for bringing the community together, creating and distributing a ready stock of nutritious frozen meals for people who need support in this way. It was developed from understanding the challenges faced where, as a result of illness, trauma or other significant difficulty, it becomes an ordeal to arrange a nutritious, balanced meal. As many who have experienced crisis can attest, the simple gift of a meal at difficult times can not only relieve the stress of the moment but also lift the spirits of those in need.
The opportunity Urban Angels are seeking a casual Food Services Assistant to join the team situated at the IFYS Kawana Hub Specialist Homeless Service. The Kawana Hub Specialist Homeless Service is a 68-bed short term emergency housing solution, available to residents of the Sunshine Coast that are experiencing homelessness. The Food Services Assistant will support the provision of three meals a day, ensuring hygiene, health and safety standards are met, and providing friendly and non-judgmental service to all residents of the program. This role is part of a team of rostered Kitchen Support staff, working alongside a chef, other IFYS staff and volunteers.
What's on offer?
- Casual employment $34.96 per hour (inclusive of 25% loading) + applicable penalty rates for day and time of shift
- Access to not-for-profit salary packaging options (package up to $15,900 per FBT year)
- Annual $250 personal wellbeing reimbursement benefit towards eligible activities
- Central Bokarina location with cafes and walking paths nearby
- Vibrant and welcoming team environment
- Opportunity to give back and make a positive impact
- Free access to the CALM Premium App + Flight Centre personal travel discounts
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- IFYS will cover the cost for the successful candidate to complete Food Safe Handling certificate
Key requirements:
- Daily operations of the kitchen including customer service, food preparation, restocking and receiving delivered goods, accurate administration
- Assist chef of the day in food preparations
- Support residents to access refreshments and foods during the day
- Work alongside volunteers in the delivery of catering service to residents
- Train and supervise volunteers involved in the kitchen
- Cleaning and sanitising dining area and kitchen throughout the day
- Assist with ensuring that the food served and the kitchen meets all legislated hygiene and health and safety requirements
To be successful in this role you will possess:
- A resilient and can-do nature
- A positive and non-judgmental manner interacting with people from all walks of life
- Experience in hospitality, customer service and/or community services highly regarded
- Knowledge of food safety standards
- Willingness to work agreed rostered hours. Flexibility to accept changes in rostered hours highly regarded
- Strong interpersonal and administrative skills
Must hold or be willing to obtain if successful:
- Valid Queensland Driver's License with no restrictions, and own reliable transport
- QLD Working with Children Check (Paid Blue Card)
- Licensed Care Service Suitability Check (LCS2)
- National Criminal History Check (a new check will be conducted through IFYS systems)
Applications close at 5:00pm on Friday the 13th of November 2026. Applications received after this date will be accepted but may not form part of the initial candidate pool.
Food Services Assistant employer: IFYS
At IFYS, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and professional growth of our staff. Located in Greenbank, our inclusive work culture fosters diversity and empowers employees through comprehensive training programs and leadership opportunities, ensuring that you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people. With competitive salaries, generous leave entitlements, and a strong commitment to gender pay equity, IFYS is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where every team member feels valued and respected.
