Cook

Juniper; Kununurra; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate

Salary packaging

Health insurance discounts

Free onsite parking

Juniperks access

Job summary

Juniper in Western Australia is seeking a dedicated Cook/Chef to prepare high-quality, nourishing meals for residents in our aged care setting. You will lead a small catering team, ensure safe food handling, and uphold strict hygiene and infection-control standards across the kitchen.

With a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, you will manage stock, ordering, budgeting, and use Microsoft Office for planning.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or higher is essential.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate is essential.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Cook/Chef in large-scale meal production.
• Experience in production environments and knowledge of dietary nutrition for elderly residents.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking high-quality, nourishing meals for our residents
• Ensuring adherence to safe food handling and infection control procedures
• Maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment
• Managing stock control, replenishing, and ordering as needed
• Complying with Juniper's Occupational Safety and Health standards
• Supervising and providing direction to Kitchen Hands

Skills

Cook/Chef experience

Stock control

Budgeting

Microsoft Office

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Job description

About Juniper:

At Juniper, we take pride in being one of Western Australia's largest local aged care providers, delivering individualized care that keeps our residents connected to the people, passions, and places they have always cherished. Across the state, we are dedicated to offering exceptional care, accommodation, and support services for older Western Australians.

About the role:

This role primarily involves preparing and cooking high-quality, nutritious meals tailored to our residents' dietary needs. You will also supervise a team of catering staff, ensuring that all meals are prepared with exceptional quality and safety standards. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about hospitality and dedicated to positively impacting the lives of older adults. Responsibilities may vary based on the operational needs of the facility.

Juniper Gerdewoonem is a small residential home featuring 35 rooms with individualized support through person-centered care approach. The facility has access to various communal areas, including multiple dining rooms, a spacious central activity room, and cozy lounge areas. The home has beautifully landscaped courtyards, gardens, and a fire pit. Gerdewoonem also collaborates with elders and local community members to foster a strong connection to culture and family.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing and cooking high-quality, nourishing meals for our residents
• Ensuring adherence to safe food handling and infection control procedures
• Maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment
• Managing stock control, replenishing, and ordering as needed
• Complying with Juniper's Occupational Safety and Health standards
• Supervising and providing direction to Kitchen Hands

Key Requirements:

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or higher (essential)
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (essential)
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Cook/Chef in large-scale meal production
• Experience in production environments
• Basic knowledge of dietary nutrition for elderly residents
• Ability to manage bulk ordering, purchasing, and stock control
• Strong budgeting skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

Why Join Us:

• Hourly rate of $41.87 + relevant penalties + super
• Access to salary packaging options up to $18,550 per annum
• Health insurance discounts with HBF and Medibank
• Free onsite parking
• Access to Juniperks: our online platform for peer recognition, wellness, and retail discounts

We encourage people of all ages and cultures to apply.