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Food Services Assistant Residential Aged Care - Orange$26 - $29 per hour + SuperSalary packaging up to $15,900 + $2,650 Meal & Entertainment CardGuaranteed contract hoursUp to $500 retention bonus for permanent appointmentsPart time shifts 20 30 hours per weekMix of morning (7 am 3 pm) and afternoon shifts (3 pm 7 pm) available weekdays and weekendsThe OpportunityWe are looking for Food Services Assistants to join our team at Ascott Gardens, a 78-bed aged care facility in Orange. Join a large and supportive team, with availability on both weekdays and weekends. You will bring your experience in hospitality, customer service and safe food preparation and handling to join our catering team to ensure the smooth running of food services. This includes maintaining cleanliness of kitchen areas, assisting with meal preparation and supporting the serving and delivery of meals.We are seeking people to provide a high standard of quality care to facility residents, by providing and maintaining a high standard of food service within the facility.Shift rosters available include:Morning: 7 am - 3 pmAfternoon: 3 pm - 7 pmWhat you will bring to the role:Food handler basic training (Food Authority) or equivalentExperienced in preparation, serving and delivery of fresh mealsExperience in table service and clearing dutiesExperience in working in a fast-paced kitchen and or bulk food preparation desirableKnowledge and experience in working to the compliance of the Food Safety Standards to HACCP levelExperience in Aged Care desirableCurrent First Aid Certificate desirableExcellent communication skillsTeam player who is highly motivatedAvailability to work various shifts across various daysMost of all we are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, hard working and caring.Why Work for UPA:Competitive remuneration including eligibility for not-for-profit salary packaging options for permanent employees (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits, tax free)UPA guarantees the contracted hours for shift work employees.Access to a Wellness ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramUp to $500 retention bonus for permanent appointmentsSupportive and friendly work environmentWork/life balance and flexible working arrangements availableWorkplace education and support providedOpportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our residents and the communityThe OrganisationUPA 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.Pre-employment screeningThe successful applicant is required to meet the following criteria:Applicants 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 UPA''s Immunisation and Vaccination PolicyAppointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening and confirmation of the applicant''s right to work in Australia.InterestedSimply click on the ''apply now'' button and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration. For a confidential discussion or to obtain a copy of the position description, please contact the UPA Talent Team at [email protected] find out more about UPA of NSW, we invite you to visit our website at www.upa.org.au.We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, 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 UPA''s Talent Team at [email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr