Catering Assistant

Join us on the journey

 We are currently looking for Catering Assistants to join the Spotless team at Villawood Immigration Detention Centre in based in Pinkenba QLD. As a subcontractor to Secure Journeys, Spotless is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious, culturally diverse meals that support the overall health and well-being of individuals within the centre. 

We’re seeking dedicated Catering Assistants who take pride in delivering high-quality food and service. The successful candidate must have a Certificate II or higher in Commercial Cookery.

• Assist in assembling, preparing, and producing meals as directed by the Chef Manager or Head Chef.
• Maintain cleanliness across food preparation and dining areas, including equipment and utensils.
• Adhere to the HACCP Food Safety Plan by upholding food safety and hygiene standards, completing all documentation accurately and on time.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and ensure it remains clean and well-maintained. 

To be successful, you'll have:

• Certificate II in Kitchen Operations (or higher) - Mandatory requirement
• Valid Food Safety Certificates
• Current Working with Children Check (Employee) - Mandatory requirement
• Prior experience in a commercial kitchen setting
• Sound knowledge of HACCP Food Safety guidelines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal abilities. 

Above all, you’ll bring a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to achieving outstanding results for Spotless and our client. 

 Why work for us? 

Working for us means every day you will be enabling our communities to thrive. With a bright future ahead of us, you find purpose here and have the opportunity to directly impact and contribute positively to our future. You’ll also find a range of benefits available such as: 

• Above Award Pay Rates 
• Training and development to support your career.  
• Internal career opportunities across the Downer Group business.  
• A range of discounts and benefits available. 
• An Employee Assistance Program providing access to professionals to support you (and your family) to achieve your personal or professional goals through wellbeing coaching, counselling, financial advice, legal advice and more. 

Please note: An Australian Federal Police Check and medical assessment is a part of the selection process for this role. 

As an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.