" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eFood Services Assistant\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19637\"\u003e Hospitality / Travel / Tourism \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19638\"\u003e Kitchen Hand \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19639\"\u003e VIC Other \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19640\"\u003e Casual \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 26/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eCasual | Aged Care Industry | Ballan\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCentral location close to Public Transport options\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccess to Not-For-Profit benefits | Increase your take-home pay\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e As a\u003cstrong\u003e Food Services\u0026nbsp;Assistant,\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;you will assist in preparation and serving of meals to our residents at our\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003e51-bed \u003c/strong\u003efacility in\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;Ballan.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eWorking as part of the Food Services Team, the responsibilities include preparation and serving of meals, daily kitchen hygiene and audit duties.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat we offer:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe part of an organisation that genuinely values work-life balance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNot-for-profit salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year, plus additional meal and entertainment benefits\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe recognised through Board Scholarships and Employee Awards that celebrate the great work of our people\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccess our Employee Assistance Program for extra support when you need it\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork alongside like-minded people who are passionate about making a difference\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Roe:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCasual opportunities\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;across our\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eBallan\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;residential aged care home.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShifts available from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConveniently located just \u003cstrong\u003e700 metres from Ballan V/Line Station\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat you bring:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate in Food Handling: HLTFS207C.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience in a commercial kitchen.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAged Care Experience as Food Service Assistant/ Kitchen Hand\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience in the preparation and presentation of food for large groups.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to provide a high standard of customer service.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstanding of and commitment to safe work and hygiene practices.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to work as part of a team.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to understand and complete documentation in accordance with Food Safety Plan requirements.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to identify problems and a clear understanding of when to alert immediate supervisors.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePro-active and dedicated approach to position.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy work for us? Be part of work that truly makes a meaningful difference.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eMecwacare is a leading not-for-profit organisation that has been supporting Victorians for more than 65 years.\u003cbr\u003e We began with a simple belief that older people in our community deserve care, dignity and a place to belong. Founded by a group of neighbourhood volunteers in 1959, we continue to build on that same spirit of connection and care.\u003cbr\u003e Today, we are privileged to support 20,000 Victorians through our residential aged care homes, retirement villages, home care and community services.\u003cbr\u003e Our people are what makes us who we are, and we proudly represent more than 70 nationalities across our workforce of more than 4,300 employees and 500 volunteers.\u003cbr\u003e As a purpose led organisation, we reinvest in our services to strengthen, grow and innovate, ensuring we continue to put people first, today and for generations to come.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all ages, genders, abilities, cultural and linguistic\u0026nbsp;backgrounds, as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTo apply:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;please submit your application and attach your CV.\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eWe do not accept applications via email.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApply early! This role may close sooner than the listed closing date if we find the right candidate \u0026ndash; so if interested, please apply early\u003c/strong\u003e. \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e All successful candidates must be willing to undergo and pass a National Police Check and other relevant compliance checks. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"2005288\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "