Support Services Worker (Kitchen) at Anglicare Southern Queensland

Job Description:

Latest job information from Anglicare Southern Queensland for the position of Support Services Worker (Kitchen). If the Support Services Worker (Kitchen) vacancy in Taigum QLD matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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About Anglicare:

At AnglicareSQ, we believe everyone has a story. With a 150-year heritage, Anglicare Southern Queensland is a not-for-profit health and community service provider committed to supporting the diverse communities of Queensland.

About the role:St Martin's Residential Aged Care Home located in Taigum is seeking multiple casual Support Services Workers within the Kitchen. The purpose of this role is to assist the cook/chef in the preparation and serving of meals for residents. This role is also responsible for the cleaning of designated kitchen utensils and areas, in accordance with the prescribed cleaning schedule. The Support Services Worker (Kitchen) role, in conjunction with other roles in the facility, encourages physical and social independence, supports a safe home-like environment and safeguards the dignity and privacy of residents.

• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals and mid-meals.
• Clean food preparation and dining areas.
• Ensure food safety principles are followed at all times.
• Advise the cook/chef of any issues relating to food preparation and service.
• Maintain an understanding of the storage of food and other products related to food preparation.
• Operate all equipment in line with relevant instructions.
• Ensure cleaning standards outlined by Anglicare are met at all times.
• Ensure duties are completed within the expected timeframe.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries as outlined by Anglicare.

About you:

• Previous experience in the preparation of food and operation of equipment in a residential or commercial environment.
• Knowledge of Infection Control and Food Handling principles.
• Good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential matters.
• Demonstrated commitment to providing services to elderly people.
• Ability to work effectively, respectfully and collegially with a team and also unsupervised.
• Knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety requirements in particular manual handling.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret written and verbal instructions and policies and procedures.

Role Requirements:

• Current National Police Check
• Certificate II in Hospitality (Kitchen Operations) or relevant (desirable)
• Ability to work a 24/7 rotating roster including working on weekends and public holidays as required.

What we offer you:

• Join a respected Not For Profit and make a real impact in your role to assist Queenslanders in need.
• Salary Packaging - package up to $15,900 per year tax free! This means you can pay for items such as Rent, Mortgage, Credit Cards, Utilities, School Tuition and more out of your salary before tax!
• In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, venue hire, holiday accommodation etc.)
• Enjoy the potential tax savings of a Novated Car Lease.
• Employee Discounts at some of Australia's leading retailers.
• 6% Bupa Health Insurance Discount.
• Ongoing training and support with hundreds of free online courses on our learning management system.
• Career Opportunities - join a company who aim to promote from within to fill new roles with our internal-only Job Board.
• Opportunities to purchase additional annual leave.
• Free counselling through our Employee Assistance Programs and Pastoral Care Support and retreats.
• Free annual Flu vaccinations.

Anglicare is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ communities, people with disabilities and people with a lived experience of mental ill health. We promote a child-safe environment and are committed to providing ongoing care and protection.

Job Info:

• Company: Anglicare Southern Queensland
• Position: Support Services Worker (Kitchen)
• Work Location: Taigum QLD
• Country: AU

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