Meals on Wheels Distribution Assistant

Here at CBCity 

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 21 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents. 

The role

Plan and arrange meals according to Canterbury Bankstown Council’s Food Service Program, tailored to meet the dietary requirements of elderly individuals and young people with disabilities in the area.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Accept and sign for the delivery of food and goods
• Pack, collate and store foods appropriately
• Ensure clients receive correct meals
• Ensure fridge and freezer temperatures are accurate
• Regularly check fridge and freezer temperatures and times
• Check volunteer rosters
• Prepare ovens for heating of meals
• Heat and Pack food
• Distribute meals to volunteers

*For a full list of duties, please click here for the position description.

You will have

• Good communication skills
• Experience working in a team environment
• Basic Food Handling
• Awareness of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point System)
• Tertiary qualifications relevant to Community services - Aged Care work or demonstrated experience in Community Services or Food Services
• Class C Drivers Licence
• Manual Handling
• Knowledge and understanding of the Home and Community Care funding program
• Experience working in a kitchen environment
• Experience working with older people and people with a disability, including knowledge of community and support services available

The hourly rate for this casual opportunity starts at $31.35 per hour plus 25% casual loading (Grade A, Step 1) + 11.5% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

Click here to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade.

What’s on offer
•    An attractive hourly rate.
•    Casual position (Monday to Friday availability)
•    Contribute to making a positive impact on our community. 
•    An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
•    Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Linda-Jane Dewsbury (Team Leader Food Services) at Linda.Dewsbury@cbcity.nsw.gov.au or 9707 9646

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button below and create a login using your email address and upload a

•    Resume; and
•    Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday, 14 August 2024.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.   

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.