Cook

Aegis Aged Care Group; City Of Melville; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid orientation program

Competitive rate of pay

Ongoing training and career growth

Full-time employment stability

Job summary

Aegis Murdoch, part of Aegis Aged Care Group, is hiring a Cook for a full-time role in Murdoch, WA. You will join a dedicated team, preparing meals for residents in line with dietary plans and menus, while ensuring strict food safety standards and smooth kitchen operations.

You should hold a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, have experience cooking for large numbers, and bring a compassionate approach to caring for the elderly. Australian work rights and police clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent).
• Experience in food preparation and cooking for large numbers of people.
• Aged care experience is highly regarded.
• A high level of food safety knowledge.
• Full Australian working rights and the ability to obtain a National Police Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Organise kitchen staff in the preparation and serving of meals.
• Prepare residents' meals according to dietary plans and menus.
• Manage receipt of stores and food storage in compliance with regulations.
• Ensure correct food handling techniques at all times.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Food safety knowledge

Communication

Punctuality

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Cook | Full-Time | Aegis Murdoch About the Facility

Located in Murdoch, Aegis Murdoch provides residents with a welcoming, comfortable and supportive environment. The facility offers high-quality aged care services, with a strong focus on personalised care, hospitality and wellbeing. Our dedicated team works together to deliver exceptional dining experiences that contribute to our residents' quality of life.

Aegis Provides

• Paid orientation program.
• Competitive rate of pay.
• Ongoing training and opportunities for development and career growth.
• Full-time employment offering stability and security.

About the Role

As a Cook, you are a valuable member of the team working under the direction and support of the Chef Manager.

A working day will involve:

• Organising kitchen staff in the preparation and serving of meals.
• Preparing residents' meals according to dietary plans and developed menus.
• Managing receipt of stores and food storage in accordance with relevant regulations.
• Ensuring correct food handling techniques are always observed.

You should ideally be an empathetic person who:

• Enjoys working with the elderly.
• Can work independently and as part of a team.
• Is able to supervise, organise and guide staff to deliver high-quality catering outcomes.
• Is reliable, punctual and committed to providing excellent service.
• Can communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

You should possess the following:

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent).
• Experience in food preparation and cooking for large numbers of people.
• Aged care experience (highly regarded).
• A high level of food safety knowledge.
• Full Australian working rights and the ability to obtain a National Police Clearance.

About Aegis

Aegis Aged Care provides a modern working environment. It is this environment, combined with your passion for preparing quality meals, that helps deliver our residents a high standard of living and care.

With more than 40 years of experience and 29 facilities across Western Australia, Aegis is one of the state's largest privately owned aged care providers. This enables us to offer job security, stability, career progression and flexibility while maintaining our commitment to exceptional resident care.