Cook

Bolton Clarke; Murwillumbah; Hybrid; AUD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Not-for-profit tax benefits – claim up

Private health insurance

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bolton Clarke is seeking a dedicated Cook to deliver high-quality meals to residents at Heritage Lodge in Murwillumbah. You will support the Chef with kitchen duties, plan and present nutritious meals, and ensure food safety compliance in a full-time role with a guaranteed minimum of 38 hours per week.

We look for a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and at least one year of experience in a commercial kitchen. Bulk cooking and texture-modified meals experience are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Must hold Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or higher.
• Minimum of one year’s experience in a commercial kitchen (aged care or hospital experience preferred).
• Bulk cooking experience is highly desirable.
• Experience preparing texture-modified meals is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and present delicious, well-balanced meals for residents.
• Assist with general food preparation, kitchen duties and stock control.
• Purchase and order food supplies and kitchen equipment as required.
• Ensure all food is prepared, cooked and served in compliance with food safety standards and legislation.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Bolton Clarke Group one of Australia’s largest independent, not‑for‑profit providers of home care, retirement living and residential aged care, operating nationally and internationally. Bolton Clarke Residential group now has 88 Aged Care Homes across QLD, NSW, VIC, SA & WA, with the inclusion of the Allity, McKenzie & Acacia Living Group.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated Cook to deliver high‑quality food services to our residents while providing kitchen and food preparation support to our Chef. This role is essential in ensuring nutritious, well‑presented meals that meet the diverse needs of Residents in our care. The positions are permanent, full time with a minimum of 38 hours a week with guaranteed minimum earnings (inclusive of allowances and penalties) no less than $79,423 per annum plus superannuation.

Key Responsibilities

• Take direction from the Chef and work collaboratively within the kitchen team
• Plan, prepare, and present delicious, well‑balanced, and nutritious meals for residents
• Assist with general food preparation, kitchen duties, and stock control
• Purchase and order food supplies and kitchen equipment as required
• Ensure all food is prepared, cooked, and served in compliance with relevant legislation and food safety standards

About You

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or higher
• A minimum of one year’s experience in a commercial kitchen (aged care or hospital experience preferred)
• Bulk cooking experience (highly desirable)
• Experience preparing texture‑modified meals (advantageous)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with residents, families, and colleagues

About this location

Heritage Lodge, a 103 bed residential aged care facility located in Murwillumbah in the Tweed Shire, 13km south of the Queensland border. Surrounded by homely comforts and beautiful gardens, we enjoy a close‑knit community that feels more like a family.

Why Work For Bolton Clarke

• Excellent work/life balance with shifts that suit your personal needs
• A caring team environment with strong clinical and allied health support
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Generous salary packaging and not‑for‑profit tax benefits – claim up to $18,550 tax free
• Private health insurance and gym discounts
• An Employee Assistance Program for staff and family

Our commitment to diversity: At Bolton Clarke we expect our staff to respect and value differences in age, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, intersex status and family or marital status. Appointment to this position and ongoing employment is subject to your commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion.

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