" \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 Part-time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 30/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003ePart-time and casual positions Available | AM \u0026amp; PM Shifts\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAged Care Industry | Richmond Location\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccess to Salary Packaging - increase your take home pay!\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e As a\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;Food Services\u0026nbsp;Assistant,\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;you will assist in preparation and serving of meals to our residents at our \u003cstrong\u003e30-bed\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003efacility in\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;Richmond.\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.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat we offer:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnjoy Not-For-Profit benefits that can help increase your take-home pay\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccess to a range of employee benefits and discounts\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscounted Health Insurance with Medibank\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccess our Employee Assistance Program for extra support when you need it.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe recognised through Board Scholarships and Employee Awards that celebrate the great work of our people\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe part of an organisation that genuinely values work-life balance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork alongside like-minded people who are passionate about making a difference\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u0026nbsp; \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the role:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart-time and Casual opportunities\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;available\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoin our team at \u003cstrong\u003eRichmond\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;and make a meaningful difference in the local community\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConveniently located on Church Street in Richmond, with the Route 78 tram stopping right out the front, just a short walk from the Bridge Rd/Church St tram stop (Routes 48 and 75) and approximately a 10-minute walk from East Richmond Station.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible AM and PM shifts available.\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 \u003cstrong\u003eAbout us:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Mecwacare is a leading not-for-profit organisation that has been supporting Victorians for more than 65 years.\u0026nbsp;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\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\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo apply:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;please submit your application and attach your CV.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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\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=\"2006491\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "