Food Services Assistant

at  Mercy Health Australia

Employment Type: Casual
Hours: Morning, Afternoon shifts
Location: Mercy Place Corben, Nixon, Northcliffe
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Where there’s life, there’s Mercy.
Where there’s care, there’s You.
Through the battles and the breakthroughs, we’re there. Where will you be?
For over a century, our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in that, and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity - to build on all that’s gone before, to grow your impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere.
Join us as a Food Service Assistant, and help us deliver even greater outcomes for our clients, communities, and you.
About the opportunity

At Mercy Health, each moment, no matter how small, truly matters - and as a Food Service Assistant, you’ll create cherished moments each day.

• Located at Mercy Place, Nixon, Mercy Place Northcliffe, Mercy Place Corben in Bayside area
• Reporting to the Catering and Housekeeping Manager you will provide assistance with delivery, preparation and heating of meals according to individual residents dietary requirements
• Ensuring dining areas and kitchen are kept tidy and in a safe at all times.

What you’ll bring

You’re reliable, resilient and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are genuinely interested in supporting others and making a difference in your community.

• Food Safety Handler certificate – Level 1
• Experience in large-scale catering and Aged Care is highly desirable
• Ability to operate in a team environment and prioritise during peak periods
• A passion for great food service whilst being customer and safety focused
• An understanding that producing nutritious meals is an important part of home life for residents (and their families)

You will also be required to provide evidence of, or in the process of obtaining:

• NDIS Clearance
• Working rights in Australia

Why Mercy Health?
We’ve been supporting people for over 100 years. Now, we’re taking all that we have and making it even better. It’s about investing in our people and our cultures to create positive experiences and opportunities for all.

Here are some things you’ll love about working with us:

• 100+ years of caring …

We’re a cornerstone of the communities we serve, and as a Food Service Assistant, the vital work you do will always be needed. That means career stability and so much opportunity to build your rewarding future with us.

• A team of 10,000 hearts …

A career in health and human services isn’t always easy, and it takes true heart. Here, you’ll join a team of over 10,000 dedicated people who carry on and support each other, whatever comes their way.

• Countless moments and lives …

As a Food Service Assistant, you’ll be right at the heart of the impact we have. By supporting clients in living fulfilling and meaningful lives, you’ll know that every moment you spend here truly matters.

• … And so much more to come.

We’re on a journey to keep growing our organisation and impact for the next 100 years. We have the leadership, the scale, the heart and the vision for the future. Let’s achieve it together.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better balance with flexible working hours, the opportunity to work close to home.
• Receive ongoing support from our dedicated service team.
• Grow your impact and career with learning, development and progression opportunities.
• Make the most of your pay with our generous salary packaging options.
• Save big with access to a range of retail discounts across financial, healthcare, travel and other services.
• Live, work and feel your best with our health and wellbeing programs and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

Ready to help us shape the future of healthcare?
Join us and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives - and your career.
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Please contact us if you would like to find out more or communicate any requirements to ensure we provide you with a fair and equitable interview and selection process.
We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples, traditional Custodians of the Land in which our Head Office is based, on traditional lands of the Kulin Nation and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture.
We extend this acknowledgment to the many Traditional Lands that we operate across Australia and pay our respects to Elders past and present.
The team at Mercy Health is as wonderfully diverse as the patients, residents, clients and communities we support. We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). Mercy Health strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.

Please refer the Job description for details