Food Service Attendant

About the Role:

We are seeking a Food Service Attendant for a Casual opportunity based in The Collaroy Centre, NSW.

Purpose of the Role:

The Food Service Attendant is responsible for the efficient and safe delivery of meal services, ensuring the cleanliness and hygiene of all dining areas, kitchen facilities, and catering equipment. This role also involves assisting with food preparation and basic cooking tasks in accordance with food safety standards and workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Food Service and Guest Support

• Set up and maintain clean and welcoming dining areas, including tables, chairs, condiments, and salad bars, as required.

• Serve meals in a courteous and efficient manner, with attention to portion control, dietary needs, and overall guest experience.

• Carry out food handling and service tasks under the guidance of supervisors, adjusting to the needs of different groups and schedules.

• Contribute to meal setup and food service, adapting to a variety of service styles and group requirements.

Kitchen Assistance and Hygiene

• Assist with a variety of cleaning tasks across kitchen and dining areas, which may include wiping surfaces, clearing food stations, cleaning windows, and vacuuming or mopping floors.

• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and cleaning procedures in line with organisational and regulatory standards.

• Support kitchen staff with general food preparation tasks such as chopping, plating, portioning, or other duties as directed.

About You:

Professional and Technical Skills Required: 

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a food service or hospitality role

• Completion of food hygiene training and a current Food Handler’s Certificate

• Strong customer service skills, with the ability to engage positively with guests

• Professional development required to maintain skills for the role.

• Ability to meet deadlines and work under conflicting time pressures

Why Work for Us:

• NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits annually

• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service

• Opportunity for career development

• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members

• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

How to Apply

• If you're passionate about making a difference and share our values, we’d love to hear from you. Apply with your CV and a cover letter addressing the key requirements.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration