Casual Aged Care Cook: Nutritious Meals & Safe Kitchen

Respect; Hobart; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Job summary

Respect is seeking a casual Food Services Cook at St Ann's in Hobart, TAS, to prepare nutritious meals for residents in an aged care setting. You will join a supportive food services team, focus on meal prep, cooking and food safety, and help maintain kitchen cleanliness.

The role offers casual flexibility and opportunities for learning and development within a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to quality care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Cook, preferably in aged care, healthcare or similar.
• Relevant cookery qualification or demonstrated cooking experience.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and infection control practices.
• Ability to prepare nutritious meals while accommodating dietary requirements and textures.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Interest in providing quality food services to aged care residents.
• Flexibility to work across shifts.
• Current National Police Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation, cooking, menu requirements and food safety.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
• Help ensure residents receive enjoyable meals supporting health and wellbeing.

Skills

Cookery experience

Food safety

Time management

Teamwork

Nutrition awareness

Communication

Infection control

Dietary accommodation

Flexible shifts

Education

Cookery qualification

Job description

Respect is seeking a casual Food Services Cook at St Ann's in Hobart, TAS, to prepare nutritious meals for residents in an aged care setting. You will join a supportive food services team, focus on meal prep, cooking and food safety, and help maintain kitchen cleanliness.

The role offers casual flexibility and opportunities for learning and development within a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to quality care.