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Service Support EmployeeHammondCare · Waratah, NSW
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Service Support Employee

🗓️ Posted 2026-09-26 Waratah, NSW Hybrid Hospitality Tourism
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market A$3,500–A$5,500/mo

About the Company

It's not just care, it's HammondCare. At HammondCare, we've been caring for people for over 90 years. We're an independent Christian charity, providing expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care for older people, all over Australia, regardless of their circumstances, beliefs, background or financial situation. Whether it's at home, in hospital or in one of our innovative small household residences, from the most complex situations to just offering a little help, we bring the same skill, experience and compassion to all we do. It's not just care, it's HammondCare. Hospitals and Health Care Specialties: Aged Care and Dementia, Palliative Care, Rehabilitation, Older Persons Mental Health, Younger Onset Dementia, Pain Management, Pain

Responsibilities

  • ● HammondCare Waratah is currently looking for a Weekend Cook/Chef to join our team.
  • ● HammondCare has a unique model of care which places the resident's needs as our number one priority.
  • ● As a part of the Support Service's Team, you will support our model of care by delivering high quality meals within the MAIN KITCHEN at our Waratah Facility catering for our 232 residents in accordance with the organisational mission and mission in action statement.
  • ● Core Responsibilities:
  • ● Reporting to the Support Services Manager you will be responsible for;
  • ● Preparing nourishing, appetising, and culturally appropriate meals that meet individual dietary needs and preferences. This includes ensuring meals are visually appealing and served at the correct portion size and temperature.
  • ● Ensuring strict adherence to the Food Safety Program (FSP), HACCP standards, and all relevant health and safety regulations. This also involves complying with the Aged Care Quality Standards, specifically Standard 6: Food and nutrition.
  • ● Preparing residents' specific dietary requirements, including texture-modified food for those with swallowing difficulties (dysphagia).
  • ● Responding to feedback and addressing concerns promptly.
  • ● Maintaining accurate documentation related to food safety, resident dietary needs, and operational data.
  • ● To be successful in this role, you will:
  • ● Must be able to work every Saturday & Sunday
  • ● Value teamwork but also be able to work independently and show initiative.
  • ● Have an understanding of The vulnerable persons guidelines for food safety or willingness to learn and incorporate these into your everyday work routine.
  • ● Demonstrated understanding of safe manual handling practices.
  • ● Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • ● What are the benefits of working with HammondCare
  • ● Gain access to multiple health and fitness facilities at a low fee with Fitness Passport
  • ● Be supported & empowered in your role to really make a difference to our residents.