Aged Care Cook | Flexible Shifts & Nutritious Meals

Collar Care BH; Tasmania; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive agency rates

Opportunities to work across aged care

Job summary

Collarcare Group is recruiting experienced Cooks and Chefs to support aged care facilities across Australia. If you are passionate about food, care for older Australians and value work/life balance, this role could be a fit.

You will prepare nutritious meals, follow dietary requirements and work within safety guidelines, contributing to a positive dining experience for residents. Flexible shifts and supportive team culture are highlighted in this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Cook or Chef, preferably within an aged care or healthcare environment.
• Experience preparing meals for large groups.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Valid Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, where required.
• Valid Police Check.
• 100 Points of ID.
• Valid Work Rights.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking nutritious and high-quality meals for residents.
• Following menus, recipes and dietary requirements.
• Preparing meals that cater to special dietary needs, allergies and texture-modified diets.
• Ensuring meals are prepared and served on time.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness.
• Following infection control and workplace health and safety procedures.
• Managing food preparation areas and kitchen equipment.
• Assisting with stock rotation and monitoring food supplies.
• Minimising food waste and maintaining appropriate portion sizes.
• Working collaboratively with kitchen and facility staff.
• Creating a positive dining experience for residents.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Food hygiene

Attention to detail

Education

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Police Check

100 Points of ID

Valid Work Rights

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Job description

Collarcare Group is recruiting experienced Cooks and Chefs to support aged care facilities across Australia. If you are passionate about food, care for older Australians and value work/life balance, this role could be a fit.

You will prepare nutritious meals, follow dietary requirements and work within safety guidelines, contributing to a positive dining experience for residents. Flexible shifts and supportive team culture are highlighted in this opportunity.