FOOD HANDLING ASSISTANT
- Provide day-to-day kitchen and food service support.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation.
- Assist with the smooth operation of the kitchen and food service areas.
18th September, 2026
Kitchen & Food Services Assistant
Location: Hastings, VIC
We are seeking a reliable and organised Kitchen & Food Services Assistant to join our team in Hastings. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a kitchen environment, takes pride in cleanliness and organisation, and is comfortable working independently as well as supporting a wider team.
About the Role
You will provide day-to-day kitchen and food service support, helping ensure meals are delivered efficiently while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food handling and organisation.
Proposed Hours
- Monday - Thursday - 7am to 3pm
- Friday 7am - 12pm Finnish
Pay Rate
$33.46 per hour + super
What's on Offer
- Early finishes on Fridays and no weekend work required
- Supportive and welcoming team environment
- Stable, long-term opportunity in a well-established organisation
- Varied role with a mix of kitchen, food service and administration tasks
- Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the daily wellbeing of residents and families
Key Responsibilities
Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Dishwashing
- Maintaining the cleanliness of the dining area
- Keeping food handling and kitchen areas clean, organised and appropriately stocked
- Moving frozen meals into refrigeration in preparation for lunch and dinner service
- Stocking refrigerators and dry goods
- Obtaining daily meal selections from families
- Ordering food and supplies for the following week
- Receiving and checking deliveries from suppliers
- General food handling and kitchen support duties as required
- Assisting with the smooth day-to-day operation of the kitchen and food service areas
Required Qualification
Applicants must hold a current Food Handling Certificate.
Previous experience in a kitchen, food service, hospitality, aged care, healthcare or similar environment will be highly regarded.
Apply Now
If you are looking for a hands-on role where you can make a valuable contribution to the day-to-day food service operation, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
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