Mission Australia

Kitchen Hand

Mission Australia  •  $40/hr  •  Commonwealth of Australia (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

  • Casual
  • Salary: $39.95/hour + Super
  • Location: Redfern, NSW
  • Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need

Life at Mission Australia

When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us. Find out more about us and our purpose

Your Opportunity

Every meal has the power to bring comfort, dignity and connection. As a Kitchen Hand, you will play an important role in supporting people living in our residential aged care by helping deliver nutritious meals in a safe and welcoming environment.

Working as part of a supportive catering team, you will assist with food preparation, meal service, cleaning and maintaining high food safety and hygiene standards. Your contribution will help create a positive dining experience for residents and clients while ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently and in line with health and safety requirements.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

  • Assist with basic food preparation and meal plating
  • Support the delivery and serving of meals to residents and clients
  • Wash dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment
  • Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen environment
  • Follow food safety, infection control and workplace health and safety procedures
  • Receive, unpack and correctly store food supplies
  • Assist with stock rotation and minimise food waste
  • Work collaboratively with cooks, chefs and care staff to ensure timely meal service
  • Support special dietary requirements as directed
  • Contribute to a welcoming and respectful environment for residents, clients and visitors

Requirements for Success

  • Experience working in aged care, hospitality or community services environment (desirable)
  • Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced team environment
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • A positive attitude with a genuine commitment to providing quality service
  • Flexibility to work across a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays if required
  • Physical ability to undertake manual handling and kitchen duties

Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.

Your benefits

  • Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference
  • Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay)
  • Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support
  • Volunteering opportunities

Our culture

Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.

We prioritize the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.

If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au or visit our Careers page for additional contact details.

We Strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.au

How to apply

Click ‘Apply’ and send your application today!

As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application.

Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you

Mission Australia

About Mission Australia

At Mission Australia, we believe in hope and possibility for all.

With more than 165 years of experience meeting human need, we are one of the largest and most trusted for-purpose community service and housing providers in the country.

As a national non-denominational Christian charity, our values of respect, compassion, integrity, perseverance and celebration are at the heart of all we do.

Every day, we deliver homelessness services, provide social and affordable housing, help families, children and young people thrive, improve mental health and wellbeing, support people with disability, provide pathways to employment and financial stability, strengthen communities, offer alcohol and other drug support, and more.

Backed by our supporters, partners, funders and collaborators, we welcome and work alongside people and communities of all backgrounds, ages and beliefs who seek our support, providing excellent services and safe, secure homes that offer hope and lasting impact.

With our evidence and courageous voice, we advocate for a fairer nation and better outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

Guided by our bold Strategy 2030, we’re focused on delivering more safe, secure homes, expanding our impact and strengthening our organisation to meet the growing needs of people across Australia.

Together, we’re building hope and possibility for all.

Industry
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Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Sydney, AU
Year Founded
1859
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