Kitchen Assistant, Wagga Wagga and Riverina

Kitchen Assistant - Holbrook UPA Aged Care Solutions Holbrook, Wagga Wagga and Riverina NSW Kitchen and Sandwich Hands (Hospitality and Tourism) Part time Add expected salary to your profile for insights KITCHEN ASSISTANT The Organisation The United Protestant Association of NSW Limited (“UPA”) is a values-driven non-profit care organisation serving local communities throughout NSW, with a vision of always ensuring we have “our people by our side”. With a staff compliment of 1400 and a turnover in excess of 100M, UPA is a non-profit Company limited by guarantee. Our services include: Residential Aged Care Home Care Services Retirement Villages The Opportunity We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant/Cook to join our team at Holbrook Village in our Riverina Murray Region. A great opportunity exists, with availability required on weekends, for someone to perform cooking and kitchen duties. We are seeking people to provide a high standard of quality care to facility residents, by providing and maintaining a high standard of cooking and food service within the facility. What you will bring to the role: Experienced in planning, preparation and cooking fresh meals Experience in table service and clearing duties Experience in working in a fast-paced kitchen and or bulk food preparation to desirable Knowledge and experience in working to the compliance of the Food Safety Standards to HACCP level Knowledge and experience in working to the compliance of the Food Safety Standards to HACCP level Experience in Aged Care desirable Current First Aid Certificate desirable Excellent communication skills Team player who is highly motivated Availability to work various shifts across various days Benefits and perks 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) Access to a Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Up to 500 retention bonus for permanent appointments Platinum Member of the Australian College of Nursing Supportive and friendly work environment Work/life balance and flexible working arrangements available Workplace education and support provided Opportunity to make a real difference to your community and the lives of those in need Pre-employment screening The successful candidate is required to have completed/have a willingness to undertake the following:- Vaccinated in accordance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy. (including proof of the required doses of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine and annual influenza) Undertake a National Criminal History Check Pre-Employment Medical Assessment Appointment is subject to satisfactory of all pre-employment checks.?? Simply 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