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HammondCare Caulfield is currently looking for a Casual Kitchen Hand to join our team. HammondCare has a unique, cottage-style model of care, which places the residents’ needs and requirements, as our number one priority. You will be part of the Service Support’s Team supporting our model of care by delivering high quality nutrition and standards within the Kitchen, fresh to our residents in accordance with the Aged Care Standards, Dietary and HammondCare's mission in action statement. To be successful in this role, you will: Experience in preparing and cooking within an Aged Care environment would be advantageous Understand safe food handling principles & how to create a safe working environment Be flexible and commit to a Thursday and Sunday roster pattern Demonstrate a genuine passion for the work you do Follow all cleaning guidelines & schedules for all equipment & working surfaces Demonstrated understanding of safe manual handling and standard precautions Ability to work independently and as part of a team What are the benefits of working with HammondCare? Fitness Passport access - Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family Novated Leasing, referral bonuses, rewards and recognition + Salary packaging (if appropriate) Discounts across a range of household names such as JB HI- FI Option to purchase up to 2 weeks additional annual leave + 14 Paid Parental Leave + 1-week paid partner leave (if appropriate) Car servicing discounts + fuel savings About HammondCare: HammondCare is an independent Christian charity that has been serving families in Australia since 1932. We are an organisation led by our values; our passion is improving the quality of care for people in need. As one of Australia’s most innovative health & aged care providers, we champion life for every person in our care. Does this sound like you? Apply Now! For more information, please contact cslater@hammond.com.au HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, pre-employment medical assessment, and complete a NDIS Worker’s Screening check. Our Talent Acquisition team & Hiring Managers kindly request no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. HammondCare isn’t responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Make a difference every day to the lives of older Australians in need by joining the team at HammondCare. We provide expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care for older people, regardless of circumstances, beliefs, background or financial situation, led by our not-for-profit, Christian foundations and backed by research and clinical expertise. We’ve been caring for people for over 90 years, recruiting and developing passionate team members who can support older people through some of life’s most difficult circumstances. Whether it’s in our innovative residences, our hospitals, or at home, 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. We recognise and celebrate individuals who go above and beyond in their work. Our Mission in Action Awards honour outstanding contributions, while our Service Awards acknowledge the dedication of employees who have been with us for many years. Frontline team members benefit from training in our industry-leading care model, as well as specialised courses in dementia and palliative care. We also offer generous scholarships for higher education, along with programs designed to develop leadership and management skills. Plus, enjoy a $1,000 bonus for successful employee referrals. As a registered charity, we offer salary packaging that allows you to have up to $15,900 of your income tax free, along with the ability to spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals, and entertainment, all tax free. Pay less tax on your income and increase your take-home pay with these fantastic benefits! Enhance your wellbeing with Fitness Passport, offering discounted access for you and your family to local gyms, pools, and fitness centres. When you need additional support, our Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential counselling sessions, ensuring you have the resources to thrive.