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Kitchen Hand

Aegis Aged Care
2 days ago
Part-time
On-site
Mount Claremont, Western Australia, Australia

Part time Role

We are Currently Seeking a Reliable and Committed Kitchen Hand/Laundry Assistant for Our Aegis Montgomery Facility. If you're interested, we would love to hear from you!

About the location

Located in Mount Claremont and offering an exceptional level of luxury, Montgomery House' superb accommodation is matched equally with a unique care model where the environment encourages engagement, so residents are able to control - and choose - how they would like to spend their day. 

As a Kitchen Hand you are a valuable member of the team working under the direction and support of the Cook/ Chef Manager.

A working day will involve:

  • Preparing resident’s meals according to dietary / care plans in accordance with developed menus.
  • Maintaining a clean working environment in accordance with infection control guidance.
  • Ensuring correct food handling techniques are always observed.

Providing laundry services under the direction and supervision of the Facility Manager according to Facility policies, procedures and standards.

Responsible for all in-house washing.

  • Compliance to policies and procedures in relation to laundry services and infection control.
  • Maintenance of laundry equipment and checking of filtration devices.
  • Maintain stock inventory and personal inventory of residents.
  • Ironing, mending and tagging of laundry items as necessary.
  • Promptly reports problems to the Facility Manager.
  • Handles laundry chemicals in accordance with safety information and safe handling techniques.
  • Return personal clothing to residents cupboards and maintain in tidy condition.
  • Other duties as directed by the Facility Manager.

You should ideally be an empathetic person who:

  • Enjoys working with the elderly.
  • Can work independently and as part of a team.
  • Is reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
  • Has availability and flexibility to work a variety of shifts over weekdays and weekends.
  • Has good communication skills and interpersonal skills.

You should possess the following:

  • At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role (preferably in Healthcare Industry).
  • Experience in food preparation and cooking for large number of people.
  • A knowledge of food safety.
  • Full Australian working rights and able to pass national police clearance.

Aegis will provide:

  • Paid orientation program.
  • Competitive rate of pay.
  • Ongoing training and opportunities for development and career growth.

Please click the "Apply" button if you have the experience and see yourself a part of our diverse team of staff dedicated to the care of our elderly.