Food Services Assistant/ Cook Make Every Meal Matter Join the team at UPA NSW – Gumleigh Gardens Hostel At UPA NSW , we believe in having “our people by our side.” As a trusted not-for-profit aged care organisation supporting communities across NSW, we are passionate about delivering compassionate care, meaningful connections, and high-quality services to older Australians. We are currently seeking a caring and reliable Kitchen Assistant/Cook to join our friendly team at Gumleigh Gardens Hostel in the Riverina Murray Region. If you enjoy cooking, working with people, and making a positive difference every day, we would love to hear from you. About the Role This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen environment and takes pride in preparing nutritious, home-style meals for our residents. You will support the delivery of high-quality food services while helping create a warm and welcoming dining experience for residents. Weekend availability is required, with shifts available across various days and times. What You’ll Be Doing Assisting with meal preparation and cooking fresh meals Supporting kitchen operations and food service delivery Table service and clearing duties Maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards Working collaboratively with the care and hospitality team Helping provide a positive dining experience for residents What You’ll Bring Experience in meal preparation and cooking Experience working in kitchens or bulk food preparation environments Understanding of food safety and HACCP standards A positive, team-focused attitude Strong communication skills Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends Aged care experience (desirable) Current First Aid Certificate (desirable) Why Join UPA? At UPA, you’ll be part of a supportive organisation where your work truly matters. We offer: Competitive pay and salary packaging benefits Tax-free not-for-profit benefits up to $15,900 plus entertainment benefits Employee Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Up to $500 retention bonus for permanent employees Supportive and friendly team culture Flexible work arrangements and work/life balance Ongoing training and workplace support The opportunity to make a real difference in your local community Pre-Employment Requirements Successful applicants will be required to: Provide evidence of vaccinations in line with UPA’s Immunisation Policy, including COVID-19 and annual influenza vaccination Complete a National Criminal History Check Undertake a Pre-Employment Medical Assessment Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks. Interested? Apply now by submitting your resume and cover letter. For a confidential discussion or to request a position description, please contact the UPA Talent Team at recruitment@upa.org.au . To learn more about UPA NSW , please visit our website. UPA welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA individuals, veterans, refugees, and people with disability. If there is anything we can do to support you through the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Team.
