Food Service Assistant

Food Service Assistant

Full-Time 14.4 - 17.6 $ / hour (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Prepare and serve meals while ensuring food safety standards are met.
  • Company: Join Respect, the largest aged care provider in Regional Australia.
  • Benefits: Flexible casual role with salary packaging options and career growth opportunities.
  • Other info: Enjoy a friendly workplace culture that values collaboration and purpose.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while working in a supportive team.
  • Qualifications: Food Handling Course completion and willingness to obtain necessary checks.

The predicted salary is between 14.4 - 17.6 $ per hour.

At Respect, we’re proud to be the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia.

As a not-for-profit organisation, everything we do is driven by our commitment to supporting older Australians with dignity, compassion and genuine connection.

We’re a growing, values-led organisation with a strong focus on our residents, their families and our team.

When you join Respect, you become part of a supportive community that thrives on collaboration, trust and the shared belief that everyone deserves to feel valued.

If you’re looking for an organisation that invests in its people, celebrates purpose, and offers meaningful career pathways, you’ll feel right at home with us.

  • Why You Will Love Working With Us
  • A workplace culture that celebrates people, progress, and purpose
  • Meaningful work where you see the impact you make every day
  • Opportunities to grow your career

About the Role

As a Food Services Assistant, you’ll work alongside our Chef or Cook to prepare and serve meals for residents, while maintaining food safety standards and keeping the kitchen and dining areas running smoothly.

This is a Casual position, ideal for someone looking for flexibility. The successful candidate will need to be flexible to work weekdays and weekends across a range of shifts.

You’ll be joining a supportive team environment where everyone works together, and your contribution is genuinely appreciated.

No two days are the same!

As Food Service Assistant you will

  • Support menu planning to reflect residents’ needs, preferences, and dietary requirements.
  • Prepare, serve, and present meals and refreshments in line with the Food Safety Program.
  • Maintain high standards of hygiene, including general cleaning and safe food handling practices.
  • Monitor and record food safety requirements, including temperatures and goods received.
  • Deliver meals with a friendly, respectful approach and report any food or beverage concerns to the Registered Nurse in Charge.

A desirable candidate would have

  • Completion of a Food Handling Course
  • Current National Police Check & NDIS WC (or willingness to obtain)
  • Previous experience in residential aged care food services.
  • As a not-for-profit you can reduce your tax by salary packaging up to $15,900 per year for living expenses, bills, rent, mortgage and groceries.
  • Take advantage of a further $2,650 to pay for meals out or holiday accommodation
  • Training and development pathways
  • Supportive leaders who are onsite
  • A friendly, down-to-earth workplace
  • Opportunity to build a long-term career in aged care
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Food Service Assistant employer: Mareeba Aged Care

Respect Aged Care is an exceptional employer, offering a rewarding night shift opportunity for Registered Nurses at Respect Lyrebird in Victoria. As a proud not-for-profit organisation, we prioritise a supportive and caring work culture, providing competitive salaries, pay incentives through salary packaging, and ample opportunities for professional development. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older Australians while working in a collaborative environment that values dignity and respect.

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Contact Details:

Mareeba Aged Care Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Food Service Assistant

Food Safety Standards
Meal Preparation
Hygiene Maintenance
Safe Food Handling Practices
Menu Planning
Communication Skills
Team Collaboration