Aged Care Cook: Nutritious Meals & Resident Wellbeing

Work Initiatives; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Program

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Job summary

Royal Freemasons Coppin Residential Aged Care is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare nutritious, appetising meals for residents and support their wellbeing. You will work with a caring hospitality team to deliver safe dining experiences that respect resident preferences every day.

This permanent part-time role runs Tuesday to Friday, 10:00am to 6:00pm, with opportunities to contribute to dementia-inclusive dining and quality standards within a not-for-profit organisation.

Qualifications

• Trade Certificate or Diploma in Cookery.
• Food Handling Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• 2 years of experience in Residential Aged Care as Cook or in Hospitality/Health.
• Ability to lead by example and train a team.
• Good computer literacy and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, nutritious meals catering to residents' dietary needs.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, handling and storage.
• Manage stock levels and assist with food ordering.
• Safely use and store kitchen chemicals and equipment.
• Collaborate with kitchen team to create a supportive environment.
• Provide friendly, respectful service to residents and staff.
• Adhere to Aged Care Quality Standards and policies.
• Support a dementia-inclusive dining experience.

Education

Trade Certificate or Diploma in Cookery

Food Handling Safety Supervisor Certificate

2 years experience in Residential Aged Care/Hospitality

Leadership by example and training

Good computer literacy and documentation skills

Job description

Royal Freemasons Coppin Residential Aged Care is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare nutritious, appetising meals for residents and support their wellbeing. You will work with a caring hospitality team to deliver safe dining experiences that respect resident preferences every day.

This permanent part-time role runs Tuesday to Friday, 10:00am to 6:00pm, with opportunities to contribute to dementia-inclusive dining and quality standards within a not-for-profit organisation.