Newcastle Meals on Wheels - Tighes Hill NSW
At Newcastle Wheels Meals on Wheels, we are a dedicated team committed to providing nutritious meals to elderly people in our local communities for over 60 years with nutritional nourishment and a network of supporting volunteers.
We support individuals to live independently with nutritious meals, social contact and services that support health, wellbeing and safety. Our values-Feels Better Together,Do What's Right, andFlexibility in Action-guide everything we do.
About the role
This is a part-time role as a member of the food services team, working 3 x 7.5 hour shifts a week, commencing at 6am. You will be responsible for delivering meals to our branches, working in the freezer and adhering to our food safety standards, supporting the day-to-day operations of the kitchen and plating room.
The physically demanding role involves lifting, carrying and moving large quantities of food between kitchen, cool rooms and trucks, food preparation and cooking.
About you
You'll be physically fit (you'll be on your feet most of the day!), be able to work in cool spaces and have -
- High attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Previous experience in a similar role is a plus but not required.
- Enjoy variety and being in a fast-paced environment.
- Opportunity to make a positive impact in the community.
- Supportive and friendly work environment.
Permanent employees have the additional benefit of salary sacrificing arrangements. This allows for employees to sacrifice up to $15,900 (set by the ATO, as an additional tax-free portion) in approved household expenses (e.g. rent, mortgage, utilities, meals).
No weekends or nights, the current role includes 3 x 7.5 hour days across Monday to Friday, with opportunities to flex up on an ad hoc basis.
Experience:
- Previous experience in a commercial kitchen, warehousing, order packing, food handling or deliveries will be highly regarded.
Qualification:
- Driver Licence
- Along with a current Driver's License, you will be expected to complete an NDIS Worker Screening Check & Food Safety Certificate.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and the role is to commence ASAP.
Newcastle Meals on Wheels appreciates the effort that goes into each application, though due to the volume of candidates, we may not be able to reach out to everyone.
Food Production All-rounder (Driver, Picker, Kitchen support) in Newcastle employer: Newcastle Meals on Wheels
Newcastle Meals on Wheels is an exceptional employer that values its team members by fostering a supportive and collaborative work culture. With flexible hybrid working arrangements, employees enjoy a healthy work-life balance while contributing to meaningful community services. The organisation prioritises professional development, offering growth opportunities that empower staff to enhance their skills and make a real impact in the not-for-profit sector.
