Community Kitchen Cook - 4 Days/Week, Port Kembla

BaptistCare NSW & ACT; Port Kembla; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Meal and entertainment card

Wellness programs and EAP

Job summary

BaptistCare HopeStreet is seeking a Cook at Port Kembla to prepare nutritious meals within budget and coordinate kitchen operations. You will contribute to safe, high-quality catering services and support volunteers to deliver dignified food service in a welcoming environment.

The role emphasizes compassion, teamwork, and attention to detail, with mentoring of volunteers and staff to ensure best practices in hygienic preparation and service.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or equivalent in hospitality/catering.
• Previous experience in commercial cooking.
• Demonstrated compassion and empathy towards marginalised individuals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals within budget.
• Coordinate kitchen operations to ensure safety and quality.
• Mentor and support volunteers and colleagues in food service.

Skills

Compassion and empathy

Team coordination

Hygiene awareness

Education

Certificate III or equivalent in hospitality/catering

Job description

BaptistCare HopeStreet is seeking a Cook at Port Kembla to prepare nutritious meals within budget and coordinate kitchen operations. You will contribute to safe, high-quality catering services and support volunteers to deliver dignified food service in a welcoming environment.

The role emphasizes compassion, teamwork, and attention to detail, with mentoring of volunteers and staff to ensure best practices in hygienic preparation and service.