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Catering Assistant | Permanent Positions | Dunsborough and Busselton


Company : Capecare


Location : Dunsborough, Australia


Created : 2025-12-23


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Catering Assistant | Permanent Positions | Dunsborough and Busselton Catering Assistant & Kitchenhand Hospitality Roles | Permanent Part-Time Positions Location: Busselton & Dunsborough facilities. About Us: Capecare is a notforprofit organisation that has proudly provided Aged Care services in the Capes Region for over 60 years. We are currently seeking experienced and capable Permanent Part-Time Catering Assistants and Kitchenhands to join our dedicated teams in Busselton and Dunsborough. About the Role: The Catering Assistant and Kitchenhands play a vital role in supporting the overall wellbeing of residents by contributing to their dining experiences. They help create a welcoming atmosphere during mealtimes and work diligently to ensure that residents receive nourishing and enjoyable meals tailored to their individual needs. The ideal candidates will demonstrate a commitment to high standards of work while providing considerate, personcentred care to our residents. Our shift times are: Monday to Sunday: 7-1:30 pm and 4pm-7pm.Permanent shifts currently available are Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities: Meal Preparation: Assist in the preparation of meals, which may include chopping vegetables, assembling salads, portioning food, and preparing simple dishes under the supervision of the Cook or Chef. Serving Meals: Help in serving meals to residents during mealtimes, ensuring that each resident receives the appropriate meal according to their dietary requirements. Dining Room Setup: Set up the dining areas before mealtimes, ensuring tables are clean, and all necessary items like cutlery, plates, and glasses are in place. Dishwashing and Cleaning: Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment, and maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen and dining area. They may also help with cleaning kitchen surfaces and storage areas. Resident Interaction: Interact with residents in a friendly and courteous manner during mealtimes, addressing their needs and requests as appropriate. What We Offer: Enjoy a supportive work environment with a team that values compassion, respect, partnership, and commitment. Access to salary packaging options, up to $15,800 taxfree per year for all permanent parttime staff. Flexible shifts available to suit your lifestyle. Penalties apply per the Aged Care Award rate. The Ideal Candidates Will Have: Experience in Hospitality, Aged Care, Customer Service or Hospital environment and/or related field ideal. Food Handling Certificate is desirable but not essential. Experience with specific dietary needs (desirable). Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team within a fastpaced environment. A genuine passion for providing quality care to older Australians. Full working rights in Australia. If you''re passionate about aged care and hospitality and want to make a positive difference in our residents'' lives, then Capecare would love to hear from you. How to Apply: Please submit your CV with a cover letter via SEEK, addressing the questions below: Are you looking for casual or permanent shifts?If permanent, how many hours are you seeking per week?What days are you available?What shifts would be of preference to you? ( 7-1:30 pm, 4-7 pm or all of the above).Are you available to work across both Busselton and Dunsborough facilities? Please note that screening and interviews may occur sooner, and Capecare reserves the right to close applications early. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you would like to have a confidential chat about this unique opportunity or seek further information, please reach out to Rachel Ash, Recruitment Officer on 9750 2000. Please note: A satisfactory Police Clearance Certificate is required as per the Aged Care Act 1997. Be careful - Dont provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don''t transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr