Aged Care Cook — Nutritious Meals, Flexible Shifts

Bupa; Wodonga; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Career development

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Bupa Aged Care in Wodonga is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare nutritious, well-presented meals in a home-like environment. You will plan and deliver balanced menus, liaise with residents and families to meet dietary and cultural needs, and support the smooth operation of the kitchen.

Experience in similar settings and a Certificate in Commercial Cookery are preferred but not essential. Strong communication and independent problem-solving skills are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the preparation and delivery of meals within a similar environment.
• Certificate in Commercial Cookery or equivalent is preferred but not essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to solve problems independently.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare well balanced and nutritious meals for our residents.
• Liaise with residents, families, and the care team to ensure residents’ dietary, individual and cultural needs are met.
• Support the efficient functioning of kitchen and catering services.
• Comply with all infection control and food safety procedures.
• Perform administrative duties related to the kitchen operation such as stock taking, and food quality assessment

Skills

Meal preparation

Food safety

Communication skills

Independent problem solving

Education

Commercial Cookery certificate

Job description

Bupa Aged Care in Wodonga is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare nutritious, well-presented meals in a home-like environment. You will plan and deliver balanced menus, liaise with residents and families to meet dietary and cultural needs, and support the smooth operation of the kitchen.

Experience in similar settings and a Certificate in Commercial Cookery are preferred but not essential. Strong communication and independent problem-solving skills are required.