Cook

Ingenia Communities; Coffs Harbour City Council; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Employee rewards

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Ingenia Communities is seeking a Part Time Senior Cook for our Coffs Harbour Gardens site. The role reports to the Community Manager and focuses on delivering high-quality meals for residents while keeping areas safe, clean, and compliant.

Workdays are Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 2:00pm (some Thursdays/Fridays may extend to 3pm for weekend prep). Benefits include staff discounts on Ingenia Holiday Parks, employee recognition rewards, and flexible work schedules.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ordering, inventory, and stock control; ensure timely receival and maintain kitchen budget within approved limits.
• Prepare and serve high-standard meals that meet resident expectations while minimising waste.
• Develop menus, uphold food safety standards, and act as the site’s Food Safety Supervisor.
• Clean and sanitise kitchen, dining areas, equipment, and community building facilities to required standards.
• Verify critical temperature limits for food storage and service, ensuring compliance and resident satisfaction.

Job description

At Ingenia, we’re not just building communities, we’re creating places where people truly belong. From unforgettable holidays to vibrant rental living and affordable housing, we’re all about making life better, brighter, and more connected.

We’re a passionate bunch who care deeply, work boldly, and support each other every step of the way to create moments that matter. If you’re ready to work in a place that values your ideas and celebrates your wins, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

We’re on the lookout for Part Time (~34 hours) Senior Cook to join our team at our Coffs Harbour Gardens site.

Reporting to the Community Manager, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality meals and great dining experiences for our residents and guests, while keeping food preparation areas safe, clean, and compliant.

Imagine finishing work and actually making plans, with no late nights or weekend shifts. As a Cook at Ingenia Gardens Coffs Harbour, you'll enjoy work-life balance without giving up a rewarding role.

The workdays are Monday to Friday with working hours of 730am-2pm (Thursday & Friday may work until 3pm to help prep the weekends).

Why You’ll Love Life at Ingenia

We believe work should be rewarding, flexible, and full of perks:

Staff discounts on Ingenia Holiday Parks, with savings that can go beyond 50%

Employee referral, employee of the month, and employee of the year rewards

Flexible work schedules to suit your lifestyle

In this Role, You’ll

Oversee ordering, inventory, and stock control; ensure timely receival and maintain kitchen budget within approved limits.

Prepare and serve high-standard meals that meet resident expectations while minimising waste.

Develop menus, uphold food safety standards, and act as the site’s Food Safety Supervisor.

Clean and sanitise kitchen, dining areas, equipment, and community building facilities to required standards.

Verify critical temperature limits for food storage and service, ensuring compliance and resident satisfaction.

You’re Likely a Match If You

Actively foster positive, professional connections with the Community Manager, Operations Manager, and residents while maintaining confidentiality.

Communicate with residents respectfully and compassionately, ensuring their needs are met while upholding professional standards.

Keep internal matters confidential and refer all non-catering resident or external inquiries to the Community Manager for consistent service quality.

Work as a proactive team player, treating colleagues with respect, contributing ideas for improvement, and supporting a positive team environment.

Follow WHS policies, complete required training, handle chemicals safely, and adhere to food safety standards and accreditation requirements.

Our Recruitment Process

We keep things simple and supportive:

Apply via our website; no cover letter needed

Quick phone chat and interview with your future manager

Background checks

Offer and onboarding; welcome aboard!

All applicants must be able to work in Australia and provide evidence of working rights, as well as undergo a National Police Check.

Due to the volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.

Let’s Create Amazing Experiences Together

Ready to do what matters, and know you matter? Join us and help bring great experiences to life, starting with you.

Check out what life at Ingenia looks like on our LinkedIn Life page.