Food Service Officer - Croydon Grove Care Community

Food Service Officer – Croydon Grove Care Community

Croydon Grove Care Community, 40 Chevalier Drive, Croydon, Victoria, Australia

Posted Thursday 8 January 2026 at 1:00 pm

\”At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don’t succeed, people do\”.

Our purpose is to bring joy to those we care for and our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence reflect that CARE is at the heart of everything we do. Opal HealthCare is one of Australia’s leading aged care providers with over 142 Care Communities and over 20,000 team members nationwide.

About the Role:

We\’re looking for a versatile and caring Food Services Officer to join our hospitality team at Croydon Grove Care Community. In this diverse role, you will work within the food service team, making a tangible difference every day.

What\’s on Offer:

• Employment Type: Permanent full-time, part-time or casual roles available
• Additional Benefits: Penalty rates for weekends and public holidays, 12% superannuation & paid parental leave

Why Choose Opal?

• Varied & meaningful work— No two days are the same; support our community in three essential areas
• Career development— Access our Opal HealthCare Academy to grow your skills
• Supportive team— Join a values-led environment where you are valued
• Paid parental leave— Industry-leading policy
• $5,000 referral bonuses— for bringing a friend onboard
• Sector-leading systems— The tools to help you succeed

What You\’ll Do:

• Food Service: Deliver outstanding customer service in our dining room, serve meals with care, and know resident preferences.
• Work as a key part of a supportive team to ensure a seamless and positive experience for all residents.
• Follow strict safety, sanitary, and infection control protocols in all tasks.

What You\’ll Need:

• A passion for helping people and making a difference in your community.
• A flexible, can-do attitude and willingness to learn across different areas of hospitality.
• Good communication skills and a friendly, professional manner.
• Reliability and a strong work ethic.
• Previous experience in hospitality, cleaning, or customer service is beneficial, but not essential – we will train the right person!
• Willingness to complete:

• Pre-employment medical
• NDIS Worker Screening Check

Serve with Heart

If you are looking for a hands‑on role where you can see the direct impact of your work and enjoy variety, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to become an essential part of our care community with Opal HealthCare.

Job details

Job family: Catering

Pay type: Hourly

Croydon Grove Care Community, 40 Chevalier Drive, Croydon, Victoria, Australia