Cook

Helping Hand Aged Care; Jamestown; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,899 per yr

Accommodation & travel assistance up 0

Meal and Entertainment Card

Discounted private health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Helping Hand Aged Care is seeking a casual Cook in Jamestown, SA to provide high-quality meals for residents. You will work within the Food Services team and manage day-to-day kitchen coordination, ensuring nutritional meals and adherence to safety standards.

The role requires a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent, at least 2 years in a commercial kitchen, and knowledge of Australian food standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Commercial Kitchen.
• Demonstrated knowledge of industrial equipment including combi ovens, brat pan and commercial dishwashers.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Australian food standards and food safety.
• Valid NDIS Worker Screening clearance or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality meals for the residents and manage day-to-day coordination of the kitchen.
• Plan meals with attention to nutritional needs and dietary requirements.
• Ensure food preparation and meal delivery is compliant with Australian Food Standards and Helping Hand Food Safety Management Plan.
• Participate in quality improvement activities to promote continuous improvement in Food Services.

Skills

Meal planning

Quality improvement

Food safety knowledge

Kitchen operations

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or Community Food Services (or equivalent)

Tools

Combi ovens

Brat pan

Commercial dishwashers

Job description

There to care. Here for good.

Aged care is so important. Some people forget that. You don’t and neither do we. Because helping people is what we were born to do. We’ve been a leading provider of aged care in communities across South Australia since 1953. That’s a long journey, and we’re proud of our stability and strength.

Job Description

Employment Type: Casual

Location: Jamestown

Now, we’re on a mission to continue to grow and improve our services and impact, hand in hand with our fantastic team. Here, every moment matters and every client counts. And so do you. Join us as a Cook and shape your future and ours. A brighter future with Helping Hand, for older people and for you. As our invaluable Cook, you will provide high‑quality meals for the residents and functions. To achieve this, you will work as part of the Food Services team and manage the day‑to‑day coordination of the kitchen.

You’ll Also Make An Impact By

• Effective meal planning and delivery of a menu to support customer focus and choice, nutritional needs and dietary requirements
• Participating in quality improvement activities to promote continuous improvement in Food Services
• Ensuring food preparation and meal delivery is compliant with Australian Food Standards and Helping Hand Food Safety Management Plan

What You’ll Bring

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or Community Food Services (or equivalent)
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Commercial Kitchen including meal planning and preparation
• Demonstrated knowledge of industrial equipment including combi ovens, brat pan and commercial dishwashers
• Demonstrated knowledge of Australian food standards and food safety
• Valid NDIS Worker Screening clearance or be willing to obtain one

You’ll stand out from the crowd if you have

• Previous experience working in the aged care sector

Why Helping Hand?

We get it - a role in aged care is more than just money. You don’t do it for the pat on the back. You do it because you know it matters - and at Helping Hand, you matter, too

We Are Who You Are

We truly care about how you are. Here are some of the things we hope you’ll love about working with us. Here’s the thing. When good people come together, amazing things happen. At Helping Hand, you’ll find real support from teammates and managers who share your values and strength. They’ve been in your shoes - and they’ll always be just a phone call away to lend a helping hand.

We are where you are

As our Cook you’ll know you’re contributing directly to a community you care about. And you’ll see your impact on the faces of the people you’re supporting.

We Care How You Are

In any job, how well you feel affects how well you work. And we take that very seriously. We want you to feel as secure as you can. So, we’re proud that our people say they value the stability that comes with working for a well‑established, growing organisation like us.

You’ll Also Enjoy a Range Of Other Benefits

• Be part of a warm, friendly team that genuinely cares about you and your wellbeing
• Maximise your take-home pay by salary packaging up to $15,899 each year
• If you live and work in Jamestown or Clare you may be eligible to salary package up to 50% of accommodation and travel expenses, providing up to an additional $15,900 per FBT year (the maximum amount may vary depending on individual circumstances and supporting evidence provided)
• Enjoy an additional $2,650 tax free per year with our Meal and Entertainment Card
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted private health insurance, plus our Employee Assistance Program.

Are you ready to lend a Helping Hand?

Join us at Helping Hand and help shape your future and ours.

We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and conducting interviews accordingly.

Current Helping Hand employees must notify their manager of their intent to apply.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold relevant checks or be willing to obtain them. Successful candidates will be required to attend an induction session before commencing work.

Helping Hand welcomes and respects the diversity our clients, staff and volunteers bring. Regardless of their culture, religion, spirituality, age, gender, sexuality, disability, socio‑economic background or personal experiences, our people are included and respected.

Helping Hand strongly recommends that all employees receive COVID‑19 and flu vaccinations, as we work in a high‑risk setting and are in contact with vulnerable people.