Kitchen Hand

Permanent Part-Time  / Casual Roles Available

About Location

This wonderful opportunity is available at our beautiful Aegis Banksia Park facility in Calista.

Aegis Banksia Park has been designed to offer a broad range of accommodation and lifestyle options for all residents. Calista is a suburb surrounded by natural bushland. Aegis Banksia Park have used this connection to name each of the areas or wings after native flora. 

There are Acacia, Boronia, Grevillea, Waratah, Banksia and the recently renovated and extended Rosella and Myrtle. Aegis Banksia Park is an ageing in place facility and both High and Low Care accommodation is available in all areas. Acacia and Waratah offer specialist secure Dementia Care.

About Role

As a Kitchen Hand you are a valuable member of the team working under the direction and support of the Cook/ Chef Manager.

A working day will involve:

• Preparing resident’s meals according to dietary / care plans in accordance with developed menus.
• Maintaining a clean working environment in accordance with infection control guidance.
• Ensuring correct food handling techniques are always observed.

You should ideally be an empathetic person who:

• Enjoys working with the elderly.
• Can work independently and as part of a team.
• Is reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
• Has availability and flexibility to work a variety of shifts over weekdays and weekends.
• Has good communication skills and interpersonal skills.

You should possess the following:

• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role (preferably in Healthcare Industry).
• Experience in food preparation and cooking for large number of people.
• A knowledge of food safety.
• Full Australian working rights and able to pass national police clearance.

Aegis will provide:

• Paid orientation program.
• Competitive rate of pay.
• Ongoing training and opportunities for development and career growth.

Please click the "Apply" button if you have the experience and see yourself a part of our diverse team of staff dedicated to the care of our elderly.