Aged Care Cook: Create Nourishing Meals & Lead Kitchen

Aequra; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 60 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Aequra is seeking an experienced Cook to join our aged care kitchen, delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that respect residents' dietary needs. You will lead kitchen activities, ensure safety, hygiene, and efficient service, and support continuous improvement within the catering operation.

Ideal candidates hold Certificate III and IV in Commercial Cookery, have at least two years' relevant experience in aged care, and possess a current National Police Check.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a cook in aged care or similar setting
• Certifications in Commercial Cookery (Cert III/IV) with apprenticeship or full-time experience
• Knowledge of dietary and nutritional requirements for older adults
• Excellent organisational, time management and kitchen leadership skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service abilities
• Current National Police Check or equivalent clearance

Responsabilités

• Ensure residents receive high quality meals that meet dietary requirements and are served on time
• Supervise and support kitchen staff with instruction and coaching on safe food handling
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, stock control, and records for audits and quality improvement
• Collaborate with management to continuously improve food service delivery

Connaissances

Cooking

Food safety

Time management

Communication

Customer service

Quality management

Formation

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Description du poste

Aequra is seeking an experienced Cook to join our aged care kitchen, delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that respect residents' dietary needs. You will lead kitchen activities, ensure safety, hygiene, and efficient service, and support continuous improvement within the catering operation.

Ideal candidates hold Certificate III and IV in Commercial Cookery, have at least two years' relevant experience in aged care, and possess a current National Police Check.