Food Services Assistant

At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 3,500 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.

Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - www.unitingagewell.org

About Uniting AgeWell Manningtree - Independent Living Apartments

Uniting AgeWell's Independent Living in Hawthorn is similar to a Retirement Village apartment complex - and it is stunning! It's hospitality features include a beautiful lobby that consists of a well-equipped and spacious cafe with kitchenette attached, along with a delightful indoor and outdoor seating area for residents and guests to enjoy barista-style coffee and restaurant quality meals.

About the role:

A high standard of services for residents in accordance with individual requirements and preferences, the current planned menu and requirements of the Food Safety Program that supports and enhances resident’s individual needs and wellbeing.

• Permanent shifts - daily Monday to Friday, 10am to 3pm
• Occasional evening shifts for functions
• Table service
• Barista coffee making
• Washing dishes
• Sandwich making
• Food preparation
• Following food safety guidelines
• Promote and participate in quality activities, and provide outstanding customer service maintaining friendly, supportive and professional relationships with residents, their relatives and friends
• Support colleagues by sharing knowledge and expertise

About you:

You are passionate about what you do and want to make a difference in the lives of our residents/clients, enhancing their self-esteem and empowering them to make choices.

This is the place for you if you:

• Are experienced in barista-style coffee making - a must have
• Available 5 days a week, Mon to Fri 10am-3pm
• Available occasional evenings to support guest functions
• Have experience and expertise working in food service; preferably in a health, hotel or aged care setting
• Are a barista extraordinaire and Cafe Allrounder!
• Are known for your caring and compassionate, friendly nature
• Have the initiative and ability to work without supervision
• Thrive in a team and also appreciate the one to one interactions
• Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BEST way of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)

Essentials for working in Aged Care:

• A current Working With Children & Vulnerable People card
• Current and ongoing flu and COVID-19 Vaccinations
• Australian working rights
• Ability to pass a national police clearance

Why choose Uniting AgeWell:

• Be a part of a values based organization
• Join one of Victoria/Tasmania’s leading aged care providers in one of the fastest growing industries
• Work in your local community and make a difference to the lives of our residents/clients
• Career pathways, education and training opportunities
• Benefits, including salary packaging

Make a positive difference in your community – apply now!