Location: Oolong Hostel, Riverina Murray Region
Organisation: United Protestant Association of NSW Limited (UPA)

About Us

At UPA, we believe in having “our people by our side.”
We are a values-driven, not-for-profit care organisation that has been proudly supporting communities across NSW for decades. With a workforce of over 1,400 and an annual turnover exceeding $100 million, UPA offers services in:

• Residential Aged Care

• Home Care Services

• Retirement Villages

The Opportunity

We are looking for a passionate Kitchen Assistant/Cook to join our caring team at Oolong Hostel in the beautiful Riverina Murray Region. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys preparing wholesome meals in a supportive environment, with weekend availability essential.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious meals for our residents

• Provide friendly and respectful table service

• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and assist with clearing duties

• Comply with Food Safety and HACCP regulations

• Be part of a team committed to resident wellbeing and quality care

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in meal preparation and kitchen work

• Knowledge of Food Safety Standards and HACCP compliance

• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen; aged care experience desirable

• Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends

Why Work with UPA?

• Competitive pay with generous salary packaging benefits (up to $18,550 tax-free)

• Access to our Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Retention bonus of up to $500 for permanent employees

• A proud Platinum Member of the Australian College of Nursing

• Supportive, friendly team culture

• Flexible hours and work/life balance

• Ongoing training and professional development

What You’ll Need to Get Started

• Proof of COVID-19 and annual flu vaccinations (as per UPA policy)

• Successful completion of a National Criminal History Check

• Pre-Employment Medical Assessment clearance

Appointment is subject to satisfactory of all pre-employment checks.   

Candidates must have valid Australian working rights to be eligible for this position.

Interested 
Simply click on the ‘apply now’ button and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration.  For a confidential discussion or to obtain a copy of the position description, please contact the UPA Talent Team at recruitment@upa.org.au.  

To find out more about UPA of NSW, we invite you to 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 some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA’s Talent Team at recruitment@upa.org.au