Care Service Employee Catering Assistant | Dubbo

Because we care

About Us

BaptistCare is a leading for-purpose Christian-based care organisation that supports thousands of people across more than 100 locations in NSW, ACT and WA. From humble beginnings in 1944, BaptistCare has grown into one of the nation’s most respected care and community services providers. We create strong and caring communities and place people at the centre of all we do.

About Kintyre Lodge

Located in the vibrant regional city of Dubbo, BaptistCare Kintyre Lodge is a welcoming, homely aged care home, offering 81 single bedrooms.

The Lodge, which is located next to BaptistCare Kintyre Retirement Village, offers 24-hour care and support to residents, catering to all needs and requirements - including residential respite. The home also features a specialised Memory Care Wing for residents living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.

Our lifestyle team at Kintyre Lodge run a fun and stimulating leisure activities program which includes bingo, exercise classes, craft, games, and outings, with the option for residents to participate as much or as little as they like.

All meals are cooked fresh onsite by our professional catering team, with a variety of nutritionally balanced menu options available each day.

About the role

BaptistCare Kintyre Lodge is seeking a Catering Assistant on a casual, part time and full time basis to present and deliver high quality nutritious meals to our residents. You will enjoy working in a large team who are committed and being able make a difference in the lives of residents.

Duties may include:

• Assistance in basic meal preparation and serving
• Making tea and coffee
• Assisting Chefs with food prep when required
• Working to achieve and maintain a high standard of cleanliness
• Checking and recording temperature of food
• Following all Food Safety Guidelines and HACCP program
• Assisting with deliveries of stock and stock rotation
     

About you

The successful applicant will be a team player who enjoys interacting with older people and has the right heart and drive to serve.

• Previous kitchen/servery experience in a similar role
• Understanding of work health and safety practices 
• Ability to work unsupervised and take on physically demanding tasks
• Previous experience in aged care (desirable)
• Willingness to work as part of a busy, friendly team
• Strong focus, positive attitude and is well organised
• Excellent communication skills 

Our Culture

People enjoy working at BaptistCare because they love what they do and the communities we help.  With us you can deliver life-transforming care, create a career you’ll love, and join a team who make a difference.  Our 4000 staff are our most important resource and we take you and your career seriously.  We want to provide you with a working environment and culture that supports you in your career journey and growth.

Benefits

• Salary packaging + 25% casual loading
• Access to in-house and online training programs
• Supportive, positive team environment
• Access to family friendly benefits like our wellness program

If you’re reliable, motivated and passionate about caring for older people, we would love to hear from you.