Cook

Churches of Christ in Queensland; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Salary packaging

Generous annual leave

Professional development

Supportive culture

Meaningful work

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Churches of Christ in Queensland’s Golden Age Aged Care on the Gold Coast is seeking a dedicated Cook to deliver nutritious, high-quality meals that support residents' wellbeing and quality of life.

You will prepare meals, maintain a clean kitchen, and adhere to infection control procedures while working closely with a supportive team. Prior experience in commercial cooking and IDDSI knowledge are valued, with opportunities for training and development within a values-driven organisation.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience as a commercial cook in a hygiene-controlled environment.
• Experience in aged care is advantageous but not required.
• Understanding IDDSI or willingness to complete training.
• Knowledge of texture-modified foods and food preparation.
• Commitment to safe work practices and quality service.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking food handling, meal preparation and cooking duties.
• Maintaining a clean kitchen in line with cleaning and infection control procedures.
• Completing basic records including meal numbers, missed meals and fridge and freezer temperatures.
• Liaising with supervisor and suppliers about ordering and stock control.
• Supporting a culture of safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Skills

Commercial cooking

IDDSI knowledge

Food hygiene

Texture-modified foods

Communication skills

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Job description

Churches of Christ in Queensland – Southport QLD

3d ago , from Churches of Christ in Queensland

Churches of Christ | Golden Age Aged Care

Permanent Part-Time

About the Opportunity

As a Cook with Churches of Christ Golden Age on the Gold Coast, you'll play an important role in delivering nutritious, high-quality meals that support the wellbeing and quality of life of our residents.

What you'll be responsible for

• Undertaking food handling, meal preparation and cooking duties
• Maintaining a clean and tidy kitchen, including equipment, appliances and utensils, in line with cleaning and infection control procedures
• Completing basic records, including meal numbers, missed meals and fridge and freezer temperatures
• Liaising with your supervisor and suppliers about ordering and stock control
• Supporting a culture of safety, teamwork and continuous improvement

About you

You enjoy preparing food and understanding the care that goes into providing a consistent, quality meal service. You bring a practical approach, clear communication and a willingness to work as part of a team.

You'll ideally bring:

• Minimum one (1) year experience as a commercial cook in a hygiene-controlled environment
• Working experience within an Aged Care facility (advantageous, but not required)
• Understanding of International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) (or willing to complete training)
• Knowledge of commercial food preparation, cooking processes, food hygiene and the safe use of kitchen cleaning chemicals
• Knowledge and understanding of texture-modified foods
• Basic computer skills
• Good communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• A commitment to safe work practices and quality service
• Full working rights in Australia (we are unable to sponsor at this time)

Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of Integrity, Compassion, Excellence and Courage, and is committed to providing exceptional care to older people.

Why join Churches of Christ?

Churches of Christ is one of Australia's largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning more than 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care and residential aged care, with services across Queensland and Victoria.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration and superannuation
• Salary Packaging - the ability to take-up an ATO supported benefit of up to $18,549 on living expenses (mortgage repayments, rent, entertainment) paid from your gross income – before tax. Potentially reducing your tax burden, dependent upon individual circumstance, working for a for-purpose organisation.
• Generous annual leave to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.
• A supportive and positive workplace culture where collaboration and compassion matter.
• Meaningful work where you can make a genuine difference in the lives of older Australians.
• Opportunities for ongoing learning, development and professional growth.
• The opportunity to be part of a values-driven organisation committed to quality, dignity and compassionate care.

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Applications will be assessed as they are received.