Compassionate Aged Care Cook with Flexible Hours & Benefits

Uniting; Eden; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

U rewards program

Fitness Passport

Supportive, collaborative work culture

Grow your career opportunities

Purchase of additional leave

Employee Referral Program - $250 bonus

Job summary

Uniting in Eden, NSW is seeking a dedicated Cook to deliver nutritious meals for aged care residents. This part-time permanent role emphasises empathy, adaptability and excellence in food service, with guaranteed hours and a focus on texture-modified options.

You will plan menus with the Service Manager, ensure dietary needs are met, and uphold food safety standards. Competitive base pay with superannuation and casual loading is offered, along with a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in health care dining or aged care is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of dietary controls and texture-modified food preparation.
• Commitment to high-quality, nutritious meals tailored to resident needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook daily meals meeting 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 per regulatory requirements.
• Manage food purchasing, storage and usage within budget guidelines.
• Foster a safe, respectful kitchen environment and adhere to Safe Work Practices.

Skills

Food safety

Texture-modified diets

Education

Certificate III in Hospitality or Commercial Cookery

Job description

Uniting in Eden, NSW is seeking a dedicated Cook to deliver nutritious meals for aged care residents. This part-time permanent role emphasises empathy, adaptability and excellence in food service, with guaranteed hours and a focus on texture-modified options.

You will plan menus with the Service Manager, ensure dietary needs are met, and uphold food safety standards. Competitive base pay with superannuation and casual loading is offered, along with a supportive team culture.