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Catering Assistant

  • Glenelg, SA, Australia, 5045
  • Permanent Part-Time
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Are you passionate about food and eager to be part of a kitchen team? We're looking for a dedicated Catering Assistant to support our Cook in delivering exceptional meals and maintaining a high standard of kitchen operations.

Join us and contribute to creating a delightful dining experience for our Residential Aged Care Residents.

Apply today to be a vital part of our Murray Mudge culinary team located in Glenelg!

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Wash, peel, chop, cut and cook food.
  • Collect meal orders from residents.
  • Prepare and maintain dining rooms in a clean, hygienic and safe manner.
  • Ensure that reporting requirements and timeframes are met.

About you

  • Certificate in Basic Food Handling
  • Certificate III in Food Handling (Desirable)
  • Experience working in a busy kitchen/food preparation environment
  • Professional experience in Aged Care hospitality services
  • Knowledge of food safety practices
  • Current flu & Covid-19 vaccinations

To ensure applicants have an understanding of the role requirements, see hours below

Shifts available

  • Monday to Sunday - 06:30AM to 01:30PM
  • Monday-Sunday 4PM-7PM 

About Us

Uniting Communities is a leading not-for-profit organisation, working across South Australia through more than 90 community service programs. Our team of over 2000 staff and volunteers support and engage with more than 30,000 South Australians each year. We strive to build compassionate communities and great lives through community strengthening, quality service delivery and advocacy.

Why Work For Us?

  • In addition to your salary, you can package up to $15,900 per year pre-tax and additionally a $2,650 Meals and Entertainment card. 
  • How could working for a Not-For-Profit impact your take home pay? Visit our salary packaging provider for details - Access Pay

Check out our additional benefits at www.unitingcommunities.org

What Next?

Please attach a cover letter addressing the role and a current resume.

Your Application

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

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As an organisation, we are committed to protecting children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are required to work within our code of conduct and undergo relevant pre-employment checks

UC acknowledges that community members—particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse individuals, gender-diverse people, people with disabilities, older people, and those who have experienced social factors, including a history of living in out-of-home care—have valuable experiences to offer. Please contact us if you have questions about your suitability for a role, because we want you here.

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