Chief Cook

Ozcare; Innisfail; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Annual leave loading

Optional salary packaging, meal cards,

Uniform and laundry allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ozcare in Innisfail is seeking an experienced Chief Cook to lead our kitchen operations for our residents. You will prepare nutritionally balanced meals, manage a kitchen team, and ensure high standards of food safety and service.

The role involves menu planning, resident involvement, and regular monitoring of catering services. We welcome applicants who are committed to quality, safety, and compassionate care for our aged community.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience cooking for large groups.
• Hold a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Vaccination against influenza and at least 1 dose of Covid-19 vaccine.
• Current Police Screening Certificate.
• Current First Aid & CPR certificates.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook daily nutritionally balanced meals.
• Order main line food commodities and maintain stock reserves and control.
• Supervise Client Services Assistants and Volunteers directly associated with the kitchen environment.
• Ensure the needs of the residents are met through regular monitoring of catering services.
• Prepare menus and involve residents in choice and selection where appropriate.
• Monitor and comply with Workplace Health and Safety and Environmental practices.

Skills

Cooking

Team leadership

Food safety

Menu planning

Stock control

Job description

Are you a passionate and experienced Chief Cook looking for your next leadership opportunity?

We are seeking a dedicated person to lead our kitchen operations in Innisfail.

This hands-on role is ideal for someone who takes pride in preparing high-quality meals, leading a team, maintaining food safety standards, and delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Your Role

As a Chief Cook you'll be looking after the most important people in our organisation - our residents. Your tasks will include:

• Prepare and cook daily nutritionally balanced meals.
• As required, order main line food commodities and maintain stock reserves and control
• Supervise Client Services Assistants and Volunteers directly associated with the kitchen environment (where applicable)
• Ensure the needs of the residents are met through regular monitoring of catering services
• Prepare menus and involve residents in choice and selection where appropriate
• Monitor and comply with Workplace Health and Safety and Environmental practices

Your Attributes

We're looking for a person who has what it takes to support our aged care team to deliver exceptional services to our clients. You have:

• A warm and caring nature
• The willingness to go the extra mile
• A positive attitude towards health and wellbeing
• The flexibility to work a varied roster

How You'll Benefit

You’ll become part of the Ozcare family, and in addition to the training and support that you would expect, you will also receive:

• 5 weeks annual leave as standard
• Annual leave loading
• Optional salary packaging, meal entertainment cards, and novated leases
• Uniform and laundry allowance
• Employee Assistance Program

Role Requirements

• Be vaccinated against Influenza & at least 1 dose of Covid-19 vaccine
• Current Police Screening Certificate
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Demonstrated previous cooking experience for large groups would be an advantage
• Current First Aid & CPRCertificates

Welcoming All

W e welcome everyone to become part of the Ozcare family regardless of belief, ethnic or social background, health and gender. Ozcare is the organisation it is today because of each person who is a part of it. This spirit of togetherness is reflected in our mission and values, and our commitment to reconciliation. First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.