Cook

Supported; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Family-friendly hours

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Supported Care in Brisbane is seeking a House Cook to prepare nutritious meals for approximately 70 residents in our Supported Accommodation service at Clayfield House. No formal cooking experience is required as training and support are provided.

This entry-level role offers on-the-job learning, a friendly team, and long-term opportunities within a growing organisation focused on quality care and resident wellbeing. Flexible shifts and supportive management enhance work-life balance.

Qualifications

• A genuine interest in cooking and preparing meals for others
• Ability to follow recipes, meal plans and instructions
• Good organisation and time management skills
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently

Responsibilities

• Prepare simple, traditional meals and snacks for residents
• Follow established menus and dietary requirements
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen
• Assist with food preparation, storage, stock rotation and kitchen cleaning
• Follow food safety and hygiene procedures
• Support a positive experience for residents

Job description

Work with a team that cares as much about you as we do about our clients.

At Supported Care, we believe that exceptional care starts with an exceptional team. If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives and want to work in a supportive, rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Supported Care ?

We're not just another disability service provider—we're a team that values and invests in the people who make what we do possible. Here's why you'll love working with us:

A Great Team Culture

Enjoy a workplace where collaboration, respect, and positivity are at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate team bonding and believe that a happy team creates happy clients.

We are proud to provide our staff with industry leading Employee Assistance Program. Accessible 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, this service is available to provide confidential counselling support, supporting staff mental health and wellbeing with a holistic approach at no cost to staff.

Responsive and Experienced Managers

Work with managers who listen, support, and value your input. Our flat leadership structure ensures your voice is heard, and your ideas matter.

All of our senior leaders at Supported Care began as Support Workers, and are regularly on site to listen and understand your concerns.

Opportunities for Advancement

Whether you're starting as a support worker or joining in a specialist role, we offer pathways for growth and professional development. Your career goals are important to us.

Greater than 3 out of 4 of Supported Care’s Senior Leaders started as Support Workers with Supported Care. Every new role is always advertised internally first, and we are proud of our internal development and mentorship pathways.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible rosters to suit your lifestyle.

Our shifts include day shifts, weekend shifts, and overnight sleepover shifts; to suit your lifestyle. We have work available various settings:

• In a shared working environment, at locations where you can work alongside and collaborate with other Support Workers and receive support from onsite senior leaders.
• In a community environment, where you can support customers to live their best lives and gain greater independence.

Training and Support

Gain access to ongoing training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities, so you're always growing and improving.

At Supported Care, we are committed to supporting the ongoing professional development of our workforce.

We are very pleased to host our own online specialised Learning Academy, in which staff can access 80+ e-learning modules on demand, specialised to the clients we support.

Further, we run internal Training Workshops, delivered by a dedicated Training and Development Manager, in which staff are paid to attend specialised workshops that have been crafted to equip our workforce with the specialised skills they need to support our clients to live their best lives.

Make a Real Difference

Be part of a team that empowers individuals to live their best lives. The work you do will directly improve the lives of others.

What We’re Looking For

We're seeking individuals who are passionate, empathetic, and committed to making a positive impact. If you have a background in disability services, health, or just a genuine desire to help others, you might be a great fit for our team.

Cook

• Mental Health
• Brisbane
• Permanent / Full Time
  • Monday to Friday | No Weekends or Nights!
  • Family-friendly hours that work around school hour
  • Permanent role with long-term opportunities

Clayfield House is seeking a House Cook to prepare nutritious and enjoyable meals for approximately 70 residents within our Supported Accommodation service in Clayfield. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone who enjoys cooking and wants to work in a rewarding environment. No formal cooking experience is required, as training and support will be provided.

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing simple, traditional meals and snacks for residents
• Following established menus and dietary requirements
• Maintaining a clean and organised kitchen
• Assisting with food preparation, storage, stock rotation and kitchen cleaning
• Following food safety and hygiene procedures
• Supporting a positive experience for residents

What We're Looking For

• A genuine interest in cooking and preparing meals for others
• Ability to follow recipes, meal plans and instructions
• Good organisation and time management skills
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• A commitment to maintaining food safety and cleanliness standards

Why Join Us?

• Entry-level opportunity with on-the-job training provided
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with disability & mental health
• Supportive team environment
• Stable hours and genuine career development opportunities
• Be part of a growing organisation committed to quality care and support
• Family-friendly hours that work around school hour

To Be Successful

You’ll need the right to work in Australia and be willing to complete the required background checks and compliance training.

If you enjoy cooking hearty, home-style meals and want a role where your work makes a real impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

While experience is always valued, what matters most to us is your attitude and commitment to providing high-quality support. To thrive in our team, you’ll need:

• A strong work ethic and reliability.
• Empathy, respect, and understanding for clients.
• A willingness to learn and grow.
• Relevant checks or the ability to obtain them (eg Yellow Card and First aid / CPR).