- Enjoy the benefits of NFP salary packaging - up to $18,550 p.a.
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Come & join one of WA's largest aged care providers.
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Permanent position available!
At Southern Cross Care WA, we help people live extraordinary lives, every day, connected to communities. As a provider delivering care, support and accommodation for West Australians in greatest need, our purpose is clear, and our passion is strong.
Southern Cross Care WA is a place where you can have an extraordinary impact, make an extraordinary difference, and be appreciated for extraordinary contributions.
We hope you will join us and become one of the people who make Southern Cross Care WA an extraordinary place to be.
About the role and where you will be working:
This position is based at Victoria Park House in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia. We are seeking someone who takes genuine pride in supporting the delivery of high quality meal services and maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment for our residents. As a key member of our hospitality team, you will play an essential role in ensuring meals are prepared, presented, and served efficiently, while upholding food safety and hygiene standards.
This is a permanent position working the below shifts.
- Monday 0700-1500
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Tuesday 0700-1500
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Friday 0700-1500
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Saturday 0700-1500
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Sunday 0700-1500
Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
Assisting with daily kitchen operations, including basic food preparation, meal plating, and portioning in accordance with menus and dietary requirements.
Maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment through dishwashing, cleaning kitchen equipment and surfaces, and adhering to food safety standards.
Supporting meal service by delivering meals to residents, setting up and clearing dining areas, and ensuring residents receive a positive dining experience.
Monitoring and replenishing kitchen stock, supplies, and consumables, and assisting with receiving and storing deliveries.
Following infection control, workplace health and safety, and food handling procedures at all times.
Working collaboratively with the Chef and wider hospitality team to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the kitchen.
About you:
You take genuine pride in delivering high quality work and enjoy building positive connections with our elderly residents. You’re a natural multitasker with strong time management skills, and you thrive in environments where care, consistency, and attention to detail truly matter. You feel at home in a kitchen setting and are motivated by the opportunity to contribute to the wellbeing and comfort of our residents.
To be considered for this role you’ll need:
Minimum 1 year hospitality experience, ideally within a kitchen or food‑service environment.
Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards, including safe food handling and cleaning practices.
Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact respectfully with residents, families, and staff.
Reliable and self motivated work ethic, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Basic understanding of infection prevention and control in an aged care setting.
Ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records when handling food, cleaning tasks, or stock.
Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends, public holidays, and short notice coverage when required.
Working with us
At Southern Cross Care WA, we are committed to being an employer of choice. As well as providing a positive and supportive environment, we also offer the following benefits:
- Not-for-profit salary packaging options of up to $15,900 for general living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment benefits.
- Corporate Health Insurance discount
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Free employee assistance program
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A diverse range of services which allows professional development and growth
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Paid Parental Leave
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Annual leave starting at 4 weeks for full time employees.
- Carers/personal leave
- Service Awards for long standing employees
- Flexible working environment
How to apply:
To express your interest, please apply with an up-to-date resume. A cover letter outlining your experience / suitability is preferred.
Kindly note, if your application progresses to an interview, we’ll be asking for:
- National Police Clearance - current within 6 months
- Immunisation record (flu)
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A completed pre employment health questionnaire
- Proof of work rights
About us
Established over 50 years ago, Southern Cross Care WA is a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organisation contributing to social, health and economic development in WA. We do this by enabling the delivery of integrated services in our community for the increasingly complex health, care and accommodation needs of our aging population and those living with mental illness.
Our dedicated and passionate team of around 1000 employees and 130 volunteers, deliver care and services to over 3000 West Australians across our residential, retirement village, mental health, community housing and home care portfolio.
Our promise to our clients, residents and each other is to enable extraordinary because we;
Listen, Act, Do not give up, Work as one.
Southern Cross Housing Ltd. are part of the Southern Cross Care WA Inc. Group.
Southern Cross Care WA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We also acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work.
For more information on the services, we provide visit: scrosswa.org.au
