Cook

Uniting NSW & ACT; Eden; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee referral program

U Rewards program

Fitness Passport

Career growth opportunities

Leave purchase option

Job summary

Uniting NSW & ACT is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare nutritious meals for our aged care residents, including texture-modified options. This role requires empathy, adaptability and a commitment to excellence in food service.

You will plan menus, ensure regulatory food safety, manage purchasing within budget, and foster a safe kitchen environment while maintaining high quality and resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chef with a Certificate III in Hospitality or Commercial Cookery.
• Experience in aged care or healthcare settings preferred.
• Knowledge of cook-fresh and cook-chill methods.
• Understanding of dietary controls and texture-modified cooking.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook daily meals meeting dietary requirements.
• Plan and rotate menus with the Service Manager and residents.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage food purchasing, storage and usage within budget.
• Foster a safe, respectful kitchen environment.

Skills

Texture-modified cooking

Dietary controls

Menu planning

Food safety

Budgeting

Education

Certificate III in Hospitality

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

• Part-time Permanent position with guaranteed hours
• Base + Super + Casual Loading

About the Role

We’re seeking a dedicated Cook to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals tailored to the unique dietary needs of our aged care residents. This role is ideal for someone empathetic, adaptable, and committed to excellence in food service.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Prepare and cook daily meals that meet individual dietary requirements, including texture-modified options.
• Plan and rotate menus in consultation with the Service Manager and residents.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards in line with regulatory requirements.
• Manage food purchasing, storage, and usage within budget guidelines.
• Foster a safe and respectful kitchen environment, adhering to Safe Work Practices.

Who We’re Looking For

• Ideally, you’ll be a qualified Chef with a Certificate III in Hospitality, Commercial Cookery, or equivalent.
• Experience in aged care or healthcare settings highly regarded.
• Familiarity with cook-fresh and cook-chill methodologies.
• Strong understanding of dietary controls and texture-modified food preparation.
• Compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold - aligned with Uniting's core values.

What We Offer You

• A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
• Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
• Access to Fitness Passport - Live your best life.
• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment
• A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career
• Purchase of additional leave
• Employee Referral Program - $250 bonus for each successful referral

Who is Uniting?

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability.Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.

We encourage applications from people who identify as a part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.