Cook

Wesley Mission Queensland Limited; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Corporate health and wellbeing

Professional development

Supportive team culture

Meaningful difference for children and

Not-for-profit values-driven workplace

Job summary

Wesley Mission Queensland is seeking a compassionate Cook at Hummingbird House, Queensland's only children’s hospice. You’ll prepare nutritious meals for children, families, visitors and staff, supporting family-style dining and adapting to diverse dietary, cultural and medical requirements.

You will help with menu planning, stock control and inventory, while maintaining a safe and welcoming kitchen aligned with WMQ’s values-driven not-for-profit approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a commercial kitchen within healthcare, disability, aged care or similar.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, allergen management, infection control and documentation.
• Experience preparing meals that meet diverse dietary, cultural and religious needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver nutritious, high-quality meals for children, families, visitors and staff.
• Support family-style dining experiences and cater to complex dietary requirements.
• Contribute to special events and casual catering as needed.
• Maintain a safe, compliant and welcoming kitchen environment.
• Assist with menu development, stock control and inventory management.

Skills

2+ years healthcare kitchen experience

Food safety knowledge

Menu development support

Stock control & inventory

Strong organisation & time management

Interpersonal communication

Education

Food Safety Supervisors Certificate

Job description

Your Role as a Cook

At Hummingbird House, Queensland's only children's hospice, food is more than nutrition. It is comfort, connection, and an important part of creating a home-like environment for children and families during some of life's most challenging moments.

Reporting to the Hospitality & Administration Coordinator and working alongside the Chef, you will prepare and deliver nutritious, high-quality meals for children, families, visitors and staff. You will support the creation of family-style dining experiences while catering to complex dietary, cultural, religious and medical requirements. This role also contributes to special events, celebrations and occasional catering needs while supporting volunteers and maintaining a safe, compliant and welcoming kitchen environment.

What We Offer

• Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
• Flexible working arrangements where operationally possible
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate health and wellbeing initiatives
• Professional development and learning opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families
• Work for a values-driven, leading not-for-profit organisation

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a compassionate and experienced Cook who is passionate about creating nutritious, high-quality meals and exceptional service experiences.

You will bring:

• Food Safety Supervisors Certificate
• Minimum 2 years' experience working in a commercial kitchen within healthcare, disability, aged care or a similar environment
• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, allergen management, infection control, compliance requirements and documentation
• Experience preparing meals that meet diverse dietary, cultural and religious needs
• Ability to support menu development, stock control and inventory management
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to work in a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, staff and volunteers
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to providing family-centred care through a compassionate, respectful and inclusive approach
• A growth mindset and willingness to learn, adapt and contribute to continuous improvement

A Valuable Addition, Yet Not a Must-Have!

• Barista experience or the ability to operate commercial coffee machines
• Current Paid Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card)
• Relevant probity checks required by legislation and WMQ Limited policy

Join a Team Where Your Work Truly Matters

Hummingbird House, Queensland’s only children’s hospice, operates as a medically supported ‘home away from home’ for children affected by a life limiting condition, and their families. The stand-alone purpose-built facility offers 8 guests in care beds, 5 family accommodation suites and a unique ‘end of life’ suite.

Underpinned by the notion of creating a ‘warm embrace’ for children and their families, the multidisciplinary team provides 24/7hr scheduled and emergency specialist care short break stays; pain and symptom management; care at the end of life; and psychosocial support programs for the whole family. With strong connections locally, nationally and internationally with specialist paediatric palliative care services, Hummingbird House is an integrated community-based service delivering flexible child and family centred care.

About Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ)

Wesley Mission Queensland is a leading not-for-profit provider of health and community services. With over a century of service, we support people across all life stages with aged care, disability support, mental health services, and community outreach. Our values, Innovation, Hope, Integrity, Compassion, Justice, Empowerment, and Respect, guide everything we do.

WMQ's vision for reconciliation is for all people to stand unified in an equal and inclusive future. We commit to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.