Cook

BaptistCare Careers; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Meal & entertainment card

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

BaptistCare HopeStreet Dubbo is seeking a Cook for a permanent part-time role in a brand-new facility. You will lead in a fresh kitchen, preparing nutritious meals for people experiencing disadvantage, while upholding food safety and quality standards.

You’ll work with volunteers and a supportive team to create a welcoming, community-focused space. The role is four days per week (Monday to Thursday), 8:30am–2:30pm, with no weekends or late shifts, in the brand-new HopeStreet facility.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Hospitality or equivalent is required.
• Experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and HACCP.
• Ability to coordinate kitchen operations and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Lead in a brand-new kitchen, preparing nutritious meals for people in need.
• Ensure food safety, compliance and quality standards are met.
• Collaborate with volunteers, team members and community stakeholders.

Skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Food safety HACCP

Independent work

Volunteer coordination

Education

Certificate III in Hospitality / Commercial Cookery or equivalent

Job description

Join us from January in our brand-new HopeStreet Dubbo facility and commercial kitchen, helping create meals that nourish, connect, and make a real difference in people's lives.

What's on the Menu?

Permanent Part-Time Role
Brand-New Kitchen & Facility
4 Days Per Week (Monday to Thursday)
8:30am to 2:30pm
No weekends. No split shifts. No late nights.

About the Role

At BaptistCare HopeStreet, food is more than a meal, it's a way of bringing people together.

As our Cook, you'll take the lead in a fresh new kitchen, preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for people experiencing disadvantage and personal challenges. You'll help create a welcoming space where community thrives, while ensuring food safety, compliance, and quality standards are always met.

Working alongside a passionate team, volunteers, and community members, you'll play an important role in making every person who walks through our doors feel valued and supported.

About You

You're the type of person who can serve up a great meal and a friendly chat at the same time.

You enjoy working with people from all walks of life, love being part of a team, and take genuine pride in creating food that makes a difference. Organised, reliable, and community-minded, you're just as comfortable coordinating volunteers as you are working independently.

Most importantly, you bring compassion, energy, and a positive attitude to everything you do.

What You'll Bring

• Certificate III in Hospitality, Commercial Cookery, Catering, or equivalent
• Experience working in a commercial kitchen
• A genuine passion for supporting people in the community
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, storage, and HACCP requirements
• Ability to coordinate kitchen operations, volunteers, and daily meal service
• Confidence working independently and taking initiative

Why You'll Love It Here

Salary packaging benefits + meal & entertainment card
Retail, lifestyle and financial discounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness support
Family-friendly workplace culture
Be part of an exciting new facility from day one

If you're looking for a rewarding kitchen role with work-life balance, a purpose-driven team, and the chance to help shape something new in Dubbo, we'd love to hear from you.