Compassionate Aged Care Cook - Part Time/Casual

Mercy Health Australia; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Health Australia is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare meals in Mercy Place Bethlehem, following aged care dietary requirements and resident preferences. The role requires a Certificate 3 Commercial Cookery and significant commercial cooking experience.

You will work with dietitians and care staff to ensure meal quality, maintain kitchen hygiene, and mentor kitchen assistants. A current Police Check is required, and you will join a values-driven, community-focused team dedicated to

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification as a Cook (Minimum requirement, Certificate 3 Commercial Cookery).
• Significant experience in commercial cooking.
• A compassionate, flexible and positive approach to effective resident care and management.
• The ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with aged care dietary requirements, menu plans, and resident preferences.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic, and organized kitchen environment in line with food safety standards.
• Ensure special diets (texture-modified, diabetic, allergen-free) are accurately prepared and served.
• Storing food in temperature-controlled facilities
• Collaborate with dietitians and facility staff to ensure meal quality and compliance with care plans.
• Supervise and mentor kitchen assistants or food service staff when required.
• Participate in stock ordering, rotation, menu planning and waste management.

Skills

Cook qualification

Commercial cooking experience

Resident care empathy

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate 3 Commercial Cookery

Job description

Mercy Health Australia is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare meals in Mercy Place Bethlehem, following aged care dietary requirements and resident preferences. The role requires a Certificate 3 Commercial Cookery and significant commercial cooking experience.

You will work with dietitians and care staff to ensure meal quality, maintain kitchen hygiene, and mentor kitchen assistants. A current Police Check is required, and you will join a values-driven, community-focused team dedicated to