Aged Care Cook: Fresh Meals, Flexible Hours & Benefits

Uniting; Griffith City Council; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading human services organization in New South Wales is seeking a culinary professional to enhance the quality of life for residents in a residential home. The role involves overseeing food preparation, menu planning, and ensuring food safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have a relevant culinary qualification and experience in aged care. This position comes with competitive pay, flexibility, and great benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexibility

Career growth opportunities

Salary packaging options

Employee rewards program

Access to fitness programs

Qualifications

• Demonstrated competence in food purchasing, storage, and efficient use.
• Awareness of texture modified foods and controls.
• Knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate quality preparation of food meeting dietary needs.
• Plan and develop rotating menus with the Service Manager.
• Cook daily meals and manage food storage practices.
• Adhere to food hygiene and safety principles.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Food safety knowledge

Experience in aged care

Menu planning

Education

Cert III in Hospitality – Commercial Cookery

Job description

A leading human services organization in New South Wales is seeking a culinary professional to enhance the quality of life for residents in a residential home. The role involves overseeing food preparation, menu planning, and ensuring food safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have a relevant culinary qualification and experience in aged care. This position comes with competitive pay, flexibility, and great benefits.