Support Worker

at  Calvary

St Martins - Waratah
Support Worker Catering - Casual
Progress with purpose at one of Australia’s largest health care providers
Get ahead with salary packaging, benefits and professional development in a supportive team environment
Work as part of a team to deliver exceptional services to our residents.
About the role
The Support Worker - Catering will ensure a supportive environment where residents are encouraged to express their food preferences and choice, whilst ensuring that food is nutritious and prepared in alignment with appropriate standards. Catering support workers will do all that they can to support cultural, religious and dietary preferences in preparation and food service to ensure that resident satisfaction is maintained
This is a rewarding, hands on role that will give you the opportunity to positively impact on the lives of our residents. Care Support Workers work within the aged care team to promote the delivery of quality care to residents and their families, demonstrating competence in the provision of resident-centred care.
St Martin de Porres is located 10 minutes from the city of Newcastle, close to public transport and the local shopping complex.
Key Responsibilities
Support service delivery under the direction of the Chef/Cook
Prepare daily meals and beverages that meet individual needs of each resident including special dietary requirements, allergies and culturally specific as instructed by the Chef or Cook
Provide social and emotional support to all residents ensuring that care provision is holistic and person centred.
What you bring
Effective interpersonal communication; both written and verbal
Demonstrated ability to prioritise workloads
Commitment to continuous quality improvement
Working knowledge of WH&S and Infection Control
Ability to operate standard domestic and industrial equipment
Experience and optimism to work in Cleaning and Laundry services will be beneficial
Demonstrated experience in food preparation and food safety (Desired)
Apply First Aid Certificate (Desired)
Food Handling Certificate (HLTFSE001 - Follow Basic Food Safety Practices) (Desired)
For further information please contact Suzanna Stojanovski - Home Support Officer on (02) 4968 2244
Why work for Calvary?
At Calvary, our staff matter.
Join our team, learn with purpose and drive positive impact in one of Australia’s largest healthcare providers across Public and Private Hospitals, Residential Aged Care and Home Care.
With over 130 years’ experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.

Please refer the Job description for details