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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 OpportunityWe are looking for aFood Services Assistant - Heiden Park Lodge to join our team at Prunus lodge in Moolong.Preparation evening meals as residents requestsPlanning for residents special requests and dietary needs, as well as likes and dislikesParticipating and maintaining the HACCP program continually striving for improvementMaintain clean and tidy kitchen, include clean-up of spills and hazard preventionReport and defects or maintains requirementsKeep up to date with latest food safety, handling and equipment standardsFollow required hygiene guidelines as per HACCPWill to complete Food Safety Training as per food safety standards, will to complete Senior First Aide CertificateWork as team member as per UPA values and have good communication skillsWe are also willing to invest in training and offer you all the support you might need in order to succeed in your role.What you will needWillingness to adapt to meet the resident''s needs and requirementsAbility to demonstrate empathy and respect and treat the residents with dignityMaintain confidentiality and privacyWhy work for usCompetitive 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 ProgramRetention bonus for permanent appointmentsSupportive and friendly work environmentFlexible working arrangements for a great work/life balanceOngoing workplace education and supportMake a real difference to your community and residents'' lives!Pre-employment ScreeningApplicants must have current and valid Australian working rights (citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid working visa) to be considered for this role.Must be willing to undertake pre-employment checks which include but not limited to National Police Check, Reference Checks, Qualification and professional registration verificationVaccinated in accordance with UPAs Immunisation and Vaccination PolicyAppointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening and confirmation of the applicants right to work in Australia.If you wish to apply, 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.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 some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPAs Recruitment Team at [emailprotected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr