Aged Care Cook: Nutritious Meals & Team Kitchen Lead

Bolton Clarke Careers; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Private health insurance

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bolton Clarke in Mornington Peninsula is seeking a dedicated Cook to deliver nutritious, well-presented meals to residents at Rosebrook. You will work under the Chef, assist with kitchen operations and ensure food safety standards are met.

The role requires a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, at least one year in a commercial kitchen (aged care or hospital preferred), and experience in bulk cooking and texture-modified meals. Strong communication with residents and staff is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with residents, families, and colleagues.
• A minimum of one year’s experience in a commercial kitchen (aged care or hospital experience preferred).
• Bulk cooking experience (highly desirable).
• Experience preparing texture-modified meals (advantageous).
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or higher.

Responsibilities

• Take direction from the Chef and work collaboratively within the kitchen team.
• Plan, prepare, and present delicious, well-balanced, and nutritious meals for residents.
• Assist with general food preparation, kitchen duties, and stock control.
• Purchase and order food supplies and kitchen equipment as required.
• Ensure all food is prepared, cooked, and served in compliance with relevant legislation and food safety standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Bolton Clarke in Mornington Peninsula is seeking a dedicated Cook to deliver nutritious, well-presented meals to residents at Rosebrook. You will work under the Chef, assist with kitchen operations and ensure food safety standards are met.

The role requires a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, at least one year in a commercial kitchen (aged care or hospital preferred), and experience in bulk cooking and texture-modified meals. Strong communication with residents and staff is essential.