KITCHEN ASSISTANT  

About Us

UPA Aged Care Solutions is a not-for-profit, values-based organisation committed to providing high-quality Residential Aged Care, Home Care, and Retirement Services. We believe every individual has the right to live with dignity, respect, and security, and we strive to attract and retain top talent who share our philosophy of care.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Kitchen Assistant/Cook to join our team at Jindera in the Riverina Murray Region. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone available on weekends who is passionate about food and service to make a real impact in the lives of our residents.

About the role

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be responsible for delivering quality food service to residents by assisting in meal preparation, kitchen cleanliness, and safe food practices. You will be part of a dedicated team that ensures meals are nutritious, well-presented, and compliant with food safety standards.

Key duties include:

Planning, preparing, and cooking fresh meals
Providing table service and performing clearing duties
Assisting with bulk food preparation in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Maintaining food safety and hygiene in line with HACCP compliance
Supporting the kitchen team to deliver a high standard of service to residents

What you will need

Experience in cooking and preparing fresh meals
Knowledge of food safety practices (HACCP compliance)
Experience in aged care or commercial kitchens (desirable)
Current First Aid Certificate (desirable)
Excellent communication skills and teamwork
High level of motivation and reliability
Availability to work various shifts across the week, including weekends

Why work for us

Competitive pay with salary packaging options (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits, tax-free)
Access to a Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program
Retention bonus of up to $500 for permanent appointments
Supportive and friendly work environment
Flexible working arrangements for a great work/life balance
Ongoing workplace education and support
Make a real difference to your community and the lives of those in need

Pre-employment screening

The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to complete the following:
National Criminal History Check
Pre-employment medical assessment
Vaccination in accordance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy, including COVID-19 and annual influenza

Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening and confirmation of the applicant’s right to work in Australia.

Interested?

Please click the ‘Apply Now’ button and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration. Please note that applications sent via email will not be accepted.

For more information about the role, please contact: recruitment@upa.org.au

To learn more about UPA and explore our current job opportunities, visit our website at www.upa.org.au

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make any adjustments to our recruitment or interview process to help you shine, please contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@upa.org.au