Australia
CATERING ASSISTANT
Industry:
Other
Career level:
Junior
Employment type:
Full time
Job location:
NSW, Newcastle, Newcastle
Salary offered
15 001 to 50 000 AUD
Requirements
Education:
Intermediate vocational education
Experience:
0-2 years
Languages:
English
Driving license:
Yes
Job role
About the Role
Use your catering skills in a role in which you can really make a difference – assisting in the preparation and servicing of nutritious food, all whilst providing our residents with a compassionate and empathetic approach. This is a casual role.
Duties
Assisting with basic, general food preparation
Serving our residents meals and snacks in a supportive approach that empowers our resident's choices and independence
Clearing down of dining areas, cleaning and dishwashing
Maintaining legislated food hygiene and safety practices
Ad hoc support to the broader team as required, including laundry and cleaning
Skills and Experience
Ideally Cert III Hospitality, but not essential
Previous experience gained in a similar role; aged care experience highly regarded but not essential
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
An understanding of Resident Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and Outcomes
Must have a current national police certificate or be willing to complete a criminal history check
Must have flexible availability for a variety of shifts throughout the week, including weekends and evenings
Culture
People enjoy working at Bupa because of the 5 key values that Bupa instils in their work environments; Passionate, Caring, Open, Authentic, Accountable, Courageous and Extraordinary.
Benefits
Work close to home in one of our many community based homes
Flexibility across our 24/7 operations
Generous leave provisions including 12 weeks paid parental leave
Generous discounts on health, travel, home, car, landlords and pet insurance
35% discount on frames, lenses, sunglasses and accessories at Bupa Optical stores
10% discount at Bupa Dental clinics
Health and wellness initiatives and discounts through Bupa SMILE program
Discounts at Apple and Samsung
Workplace giving and Bupa fund matching
Sponsorship opportunities available to eligible workers
Internal transfer opportunities to any of our 72 homes across Australia
Clinical learning opportunities and more through online and face to face training
Benefits
Transportation
Meals
Company background
Bupa is a health and care company committed to helping our customers live longer, healthier, happier lives. We offer a broad range of services, including aged care and retirement, dental, optical, health insurance, and community wellbeing initiatives, to improve the health of all Australians.
