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FOOD HANDLING ASSISTANT

FOOD HANDLING ASSISTANT

Symmetry Human Resources Group Pty Ltd • Melbourne, VIC, AU
9 days ago
Job description

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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