Who we are : Tenterfield Care Centre is proudly part of the Apollo Care Alliance, dedicated to providing the highest quality residential aged care in a homely environment. Our mission is to enable each resident to live their best life with dignity and grace, empowering our employees with the necessary resources and support. Tenterfield Care Centre, part of the Apollo Care Alliance, is currently hiring passionate and dedicated Casual Kitchen Hands and Catering Assistants to join our vibrant hospitality team. Help us deliver high-quality, home-style meals that support the health and wellbeing of older Australians in our care. Kitchen Hand Positions - What You'll Do: Assist in meal preparation and plating according to dietary needs Support a respectful, high-quality dining experience for residents Maintain kitchen cleanliness and food hygiene standards Ensure correct utensils and portions for each resident Contribute to a safe, welcoming environment with every service Catering Assistant - What You'll Do: Assist in the preparation and cooking of meals in line with dietary requirements and food safety standards Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of kitchen, food storage, and dining areas Wash dishes, clean kitchen equipment, and follow daily cleaning checklists Help with the setup and service of meals to residents in dining rooms or individual rooms Ensure all kitchen and food safety regulations are followed, including correct storage and labelling Communicate any dietary concerns, resident feedback, or safety issues to relevant staff What We're Looking For: No formal qualifications required - we provide training! Previous kitchen or hospitality experience (desirable but not essential) A passion for food, respect for the elderly, and commitment to quality service NDIS Check (or willing to obtain) Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills Experience in Aged Care highly desirable but not essential Why Join Us? Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive hourly rate (based on exp), Penalties, 12% Super, and Leave Loading Retail Benefits: Enjoy online in store discounts with Blue Light Card Australia https://www.bluelightcard.com.au/ Employee Support: An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family. With 24/7 access to a range of benefits Career Development: Nurture your professional growth through Onsite & Online professional development programs, providing pathways for advancement within our organisation Care Friends: Refer friends, earn points, and turn them into cash. It's our way of saying thank you for bringing great people on board! Award-Winning Culture: Be part of a team that values excellence and is recognised for its award-winning culture program If you're ready to bring your expertise to a role that combines meaningful work with operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today! Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted we reserve the right to close this vacancy once an offer of employment has been accepted.
