Aged Care Cook — Part-Time with Guaranteed Hours

Uniting; Eden; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to U rewards program

Fitness Passport

Purchase of additional leave

Employee Referral Program - $250 bonus

Job summary

Uniting is seeking a dedicated Cook to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals for aged care residents. You will tailor meals to individual dietary needs and work with empathy, adaptability, and excellence in food service.

You will prepare daily meals, plan menus with the Service Manager, ensure food safety standards, manage purchasing within budgets, and foster a positive kitchen environment aligned with Uniting’s values.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chef with a Certificate III in Hospitality, Commercial Cookery, or equivalent.
• Experience in aged care or healthcare settings is highly regarded.
• Familiarity with cook-fresh and cook-chill methodologies.
• Strong understanding of dietary controls and texture-modified food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook daily meals that meet individual dietary requirements, including texture-modified options.
• Plan and rotate menus in consultation with the Service Manager and residents.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards in line with regulatory requirements.
• Manage food purchasing, storage, and usage within budget guidelines.
• Foster a safe and respectful kitchen environment, adhering to Safe Work Practices.

Education

Certificate III in Hospitality, Commercial Cookery, or equivalent

Job description

Uniting is seeking a dedicated Cook to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals for aged care residents. You will tailor meals to individual dietary needs and work with empathy, adaptability, and excellence in food service.

You will prepare daily meals, plan menus with the Service Manager, ensure food safety standards, manage purchasing within budgets, and foster a positive kitchen environment aligned with Uniting’s values.