Cook

Uniting; Goulburn; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to U rewards program

Fitness Passport

Additional leave purchase

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Uniting NSW.ACT in Taralga, NSW is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare nutritious meals for aged care residents, tailored to dietary needs and textures.

You will plan menus with the Service Manager, maintain food safety, manage purchasing within budget, and foster a collaborative kitchen environment.

The role offers casual hours with flexibility, access to staff benefits and a supportive team dedicated to wellbeing and quality food service.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chef with a Certificate III in Hospitality or Commercial Cookery.
• Experience in aged care or healthcare settings is valued.
• Familiarity with texture-modified and specialised dietary preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook daily meals meeting dietary requirements and texture-modified needs.
• Plan and rotate menus in consultation with the Service Manager and residents.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards per regulatory requirements.
• Manage food purchasing, storage and usage within budget guidelines.
• Foster a safe, respectful kitchen environment and follow Safe Work Practices.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Dietary controls

Education

Certificate III in Hospitality or Commercial Cookery

Job description

• Casual position with flexibility to suit your needs
• Base + Super + Casual Loading

Cook

• Location: Taralga, NSW
• Casual position with flexibility to suit your needs
• 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.

Curious about working at Uniting? Click the link to see how you can support residents to live their day their way A Day In The Life with Uniting Aged Care

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

Click here to learn more about our great benefits: Benefits of working at Uniting

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.

What to expect

Please know that employment with Uniting will require a National Police Check, and Reference Checks