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About Us

At Respect, we’re proud to be the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia.

As a not-for-profit organisation, everything we do is driven by our commitment to supporting older Australians with dignity, compassion and genuine connection.

We’re a growing, values-led organisation with a strong focus on our residents, their families and our team. When you join Respect, you become part of a supportive community that thrives on collaboration, trust and the shared belief that everyone deserves to feel valued.

If you’re looking for an organisation that invests in its people, celebrates purpose, and offers meaningful career pathways, you’ll feel right at home with us.

Why You Will Love Working With Us

• A workplace culture that celebrates people, progress, and purpose
• Meaningful work where you see the impact you make every day
• Opportunities to grow your career
• Save tax by salary packaging up to $15,900 of living expenses and a further $2650 for meals out and holiday accommodation!

About the Role

Nestled in the heart of Victoria, Mitchell House is a welcoming aged care home with a warm, homely atmosphere and subtle rustic charm. The residence offers 56 comfortable rooms, each with a private ensuite, and is surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens that create a peaceful and relaxing setting. Inside, the home features inviting communal dining and lounge areas, activity rooms, a chapel, and dedicated on-site podiatry and physiotherapy services. With five cosy tea rooms and a large multi-purpose space for social gatherings, celebrations, or private dining, Mitchell House is a place where residents, visitors, and staff alike feel a genuine sense of connection and belonging.

As a Food Services Assistant, you’ll work closely with our Chef or Cook to prepare and serve nutritious, well-presented meals for residents, while supporting our Food Safety Program and helping to create a friendly, welcoming dining experience every day. This is a casual position and requires flexibility in availability, making it well suited to candidates who can adapt to varying shifts while being part of a supportive and caring team.

No two days are the same! As Food Service Assistant you will:

• Support menu planning to reflect residents’ needs, preferences, and dietary requirements.
• Prepare, serve, and present meals and refreshments in line with the Food Safety Program.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, including general cleaning and safe food handling practices.
• Monitor and record food safety requirements, including temperatures and goods received.
• Deliver meals with a friendly, respectful approach and report any food or beverage concerns to the Registered Nurse in Charge.

About You

You’ll thrive with us if you have:

• Completion of a Food Handling Course
• Current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Previous experience in residential aged care feed services.

Perks & Benefits

• As a not-for-profit you can reduce your tax by salary packaging up to $15,900 per year for living expenses, bills, rent, mortgage and groceries. Take advantage of a further $2,650 to pay for meals out or holiday accommodation
• Training and development pathways
• Supportive leaders who are onsite
• A friendly, down-to-earth workplace
• Opportunity to build a long-term career in aged care

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about caring for others and want to be part of a team that genuinely values you, we would love to hear from you. Please note that selection processes will commence immediately, any late applications may result in exclusion from the process. To be considered please apply now!