Aged Care Cook - Flexible Part-Time, Community Impact

Corumbene; New Norfolk; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options with generous

Workplace rewards and benefits program

Professional Development with Training

Parental Leave

Flexible work arrangements

Flu Vaccinations

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Corumbene is seeking a Part-time Cook to join our team in the Derwent Valley. You will oversee the kitchen and produce meals that cater to residents’ preferences, balancing taste, nutrition and presentation while ensuring safety and quality.

Working Monday–Sunday as required, you will manage meal preparation, kitchen hygiene, procurement of supplies and support the Chef Manager in continuous improvement, while upholding confidentiality and Corumbene’s values in a compassionate aged care setting.

Qualifications

• Current National Police Certificate meeting Aged Care Act requirements.
• Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or equivalent supervisory kitchen experience.
• Working with Vulnerable People Card.
• Current Safe Food Handling Certificate.
• Knowledge of HACCP and NZ/Australia food standards.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail; able to handle multiple tasks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; able to support onsite users.
• Willing to align with Corumbene's values and WHS policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage preparation, cooking and delivery of resident meals.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene, servery, dining rooms and equipment.
• Ensure high hygiene levels in all service areas.
• Procurement of general supplies.
• Use range of kitchen equipment.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality of residents and organisation.
• Contribute ideas for continuous improvement.
• Use resources efficiently to minimise waste.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Discretion & confidentiality

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)

Working with Vulnerable People Card

National Police Certificate

Safe Food Handling Certificate

Knowledge of HACCP & NZ/Australia food standards

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Corumbene is seeking a Part-time Cook to join our team in the Derwent Valley. You will oversee the kitchen and produce meals that cater to residents’ preferences, balancing taste, nutrition and presentation while ensuring safety and quality.

Working Monday–Sunday as required, you will manage meal preparation, kitchen hygiene, procurement of supplies and support the Chef Manager in continuous improvement, while upholding confidentiality and Corumbene’s values in a compassionate aged care setting.