Aged Care Cook: Nutritious Meals & Compassionate Service

Ozcare Group; Queensland; Hybrid; AUD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Novated Leases

Meal Entertainment Card

5 weeks annual leave

14% annual leave loading

Private health insurance discounts

Uniform and laundry allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ozcare Group in Queensland is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare, cook and serve meals for our elderly residents, following corporate menus, recipes and dietary requirements while meeting IDDSI texture-modified needs.

You will work in a supportive team, uphold safe food handling and WHS standards, and bring strong communication and time-management skills. The role requires a Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery and a compassionate, resident-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to work with elderly residents with care and compassion.
• Understand and implement IDDSI texture-modified meals.
• Commitment to high-quality dining experiences for residents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve meals in line with corporate menus, recipes and dietary requirements.
• Ensure all meals meet IDDSI and texture-modified needs.
• Follow safe food handling, hygiene and infection control standards.
• Monitor and comply with Workplace Health and Safety and Environmental practices.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

A warm and caring nature

Friendly, kind and respectful towards

Education

Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Ozcare Group in Queensland is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare, cook and serve meals for our elderly residents, following corporate menus, recipes and dietary requirements while meeting IDDSI texture-modified needs.

You will work in a supportive team, uphold safe food handling and WHS standards, and bring strong communication and time-management skills. The role requires a Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery and a compassionate, resident-focused approach.