At a Glance
- Tasks: Bring joy to residents by preparing and serving delicious meals.
- Company: VMCH, a compassionate organisation dedicated to supporting diverse communities.
- Benefits: Enjoy excellent salary packaging, professional development, and a supportive workplace culture.
- Other info: Flexible shifts available with opportunities for growth and recognition.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact in people's lives while working in a friendly environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in food services and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly and self‑motivated staff experienced in food services to bring joy to our resident’s day. As a Food Services Assistant your focus will be to deliver catering needs that meet nutritional and hydration needs, special requirements and preferences of our residents.
Responsibilities:
- Performing basic food preparation tasks and cooking basic meals.
- Preparing, presenting and serving / delivering food and refreshments, ensuring awareness of special needs for modified diets.
- Plating and presenting food in an appealing manner and to a high‑quality visual standard according to individual requirements.
Requirements:
- Food Safety Certificate Level I (HLTFSE001) or progression towards the completion of a Food Safety Certificate.
- Previous experience working in a food services environment and/or at an aged care facility.
- Patience; common sense and a strong ethos of client service.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work within a team and to work with minimum supervision.
Shift options:
- Option 1: Week 1 & Week 2 Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 12pm to 6pm each day
- Option 2: Week 1 & Week 2 Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 6.30am to 2pm each day
Benefits:
- Excellent Salary Packaging benefits.
- A positive and supportive workplace culture.
- Ongoing professional development.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Praise Program where we recognise and reward the terrific work of our staff.
Here at VMCH our services are as diverse as the people we support. As a for‑purpose organisation, compassion, respect, and inclusion aren’t just words to us, they guide us in everything we do. While we’ve been around for over a century, we’re always moving forward. We stay true to who we are by supporting people and families to live their best lives, providing a place to call home and spaces to learn and grow. If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you!
To work at VMCH, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, NDIS Worker Screening Check. We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from recruitment agencies.
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