Catering Assistant

We are Scalabrini Communities. As a not-for-profit (or for-purpose), Catholic aged care organisation, Scalabrini puts resident needs first. We are not driven by profit maximisation and we are not guided by cost-cutting or revenue. Instead, we continuously invest back into our villages, to maintain our position as the aged care choice for migrant communities across New South Wales. 

With a tradition of community, mutual help, faith and family, Scalabrini offers the provision of excellent care to the aged population and people living with dementia, delivered with a profound sense of respect for all cultures. We have eight aged care villages across NSW and SA, including five within the Sydney Metro area one in Griffith  in regional NSW and two in South Australia as well as our Home Care program, Live Easy

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in people’s lives? Do you enjoy working with food and have a desire to elevate the standard of meals served in a caring environment?

We are looking for passionate, caring, and highly organised Catering Assistants to join our team on a casual basis at Allambie Heights

About the Role:

Working closely with the Executive Chef Manager, you will be responsible for:

• The preparation and service of high-quality, nutritious meals for our residents.
• Food preparation, basic cooking, food presentation, plating, and delivering meals to dining areas.
• Providing exceptional customer service, ensuring residents feel welcomed, receive individualised attention, and enjoy responsive service.
• Complying with all food and safety regulations as scheduled.
• Assisting with stock control, rotation of stock, and receipting deliveries.
• Contributing to a harmonious and cooperative team culture based on mutual respect and trust.

The Successful Applicants Will Have:

• A great attitude and a willingness to learn new skills.
• Good communication skills and a strong commitment to customer service excellence.
• Previous experience in food preparation within a commercial kitchen, preferably in an aged care or health services environment.
• Certificate III in Hospitality or an equivalent qualification.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced team environment.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts (AM/PM weekdays and weekends).

Benefits of Working at Scalabrini

As well as well working in a village full of positive energy, there are so many benefits to joining our amazing Scalabrini team: 

• An opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives in a frontline role 
• Salary packaging benefits of $15,900 per annum, which decreases your tax and boosts your take home salary
• Regular team celebrations and events
• Onsite parking
• A supportive team environment

Please note: All applicants will need to complete an NDIS check and comply with flu vaccination requirements