• Join our team as a Kitchen Assistant and help create fresh, nutritious meals!
• Permanent part time role
• Casual positions are also available
• $30.63 - $31.52 per hour (dependent on experience) + 12% superannuation for the part time role
• $38.29 - $39.40 per hour including casual loading (depending on experience) + 12% superannuation for the casual role
• PM shift: 16.30-20.30 pm available most days. AM shift: 7.30-15.00 pm available occasionally to cover leave.

About the role
We are looking for friendly, reliable, and dedicated Kitchen Assistants to join our team at Warrawee community and help serve nutritious meals to our residents.
You will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and tidiness of the kitchen, as well as assisting with various kitchen duties, including some food preparation.

Other responsibilities include:

• Maintain safe food handling practices and compliance.
• Ensure kitchens and equipment are clean and in good order.
• Washing dishes.
• Assist in maintaining stock control and rotation.
• Assist with the preparation of food and beverages as required or as directed by Hospitality Services Coordinator and in accordance with food safety plan and relevant Acts and Regulations.

About you
You are kind and caring, with a genuine desire to help improve the lives of elderly residents. You enjoy working in a busy kitchen and take pride in your ability to work efficiently while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

The following is also required:

• Previous experience as a kitchen hand or similar role preferably in the aged care setting (desirable but not essential)
• Knowledge of food preparation and associated equipment
• First Aid training (desirable)

Not meeting all the requirements for this role? We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes. If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Why work for us?
When you work at Glen Eira, you’ll be part of a professional and supportive team with excellent conditions and opportunities for growth within the Organisation.

Plus, we offer:

• Staff health and wellbeing program
• Opportunities and support for professional development and training
• Employee Assistance Program

About Warrawee Community
Warrawee Community offers a home-like environment for our residents, comprising of six single storey houses surrounded by lush gardens and grounds. The community is made up of 90 beautifully appointed single rooms featuring a bedroom with ensuite. Warrawee provides peace of mind for its residents whatever care level they choose. 

Important Information
This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check, Pre-employment medical, proof of annual influenza vaccination and COVID-19 vaccinations or authorised medical exemption (in accordance with Council’s COVID-19 Protective Behaviours Policy) prior to commencement.
Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description
Kitchen assistant - Position Description.pdf

Apply NOW!
All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)
• Respond to the following screening questions which will appear as part of the application:
  •  Do you have previous experience working in a commercial kitchen?
  •  Do you have experience working in aged care?

Closing date:  15 January 2025 at 11.55pm

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Andrea Anderson, Rostering & People Operations Officer - Warrawee on 9570 2211 or email aanderson@gleneira.vic.gov.au