Cook

Aboriginal Hostels; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Aboriginal Hostels Limited (AHL) is seeking a part-time Cook to join the team at Durungaling Hostel in Newcastle. The role runs weekdays from 11:30am to 6:30pm, focusing on preparing meals, managing kitchen stock, and ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety in line with Food Safety Standards Australia.

The successful applicant will contribute to resident dining experiences, uphold WHS practices, and support the hostel team with general duties.

Qualifications

• Experience in meal preparation in an industry-based environment.
• Experience in commercial cookery and stock rotation.
• Understanding of cleanliness and health standards in food prep.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high level of customer service to residents.
• Uphold safety for staff and residents and follow WHS practices.
• Assist hostel team with general duties.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality meal services aligned with menus and standards.
• Manage kitchen inventory and maintain hygienic dining spaces.

Skills

Meal preparation

Commercial cookery

Stock management

Hygiene standards

WHS practices

Job description

AHL is a not-for-profit Commonwealth company dedicated to providing culturally safe and affordable accommodation for First Nations people who need to be away from home to access services and economic opportunities. Since 1973, AHL has been committed to improving the quality of life and economic opportunities for First Nations people through a national network of over 40 hostels across Australia. Join us in making a meaningful impact and supporting our mission to enhance the lives of First Nations communities.

About Aboriginal Hostels Limited (AHL)

AHL is a not-for-profit Commonwealth company dedicated to providing culturally safe and affordable accommodation for First Nations people who need to be away from home to access services and economic opportunities. Since 1973, AHL has been committed to improving the quality of life and economic opportunities for First Nations people through a national network of over 40 hostels across Australia. Join us in making a meaningful impact and supporting our mission to enhance the lives of First Nations communities.

The key duties of the position include:

AHL is seeking a Cook to join the team at Durungaling Hostel, Newcastle.

The position is part-time, working weekdays only from 11:30am - 6:30pm.

What We’re Looking for in a Cook:

• Experience in meal preparation in an industry-based environment, ensuring the safe production of quality food without compromise to Food Safety Standards Australia.
• Experience in commercial cookery, and the ability to manage stock rotation while ensuring timely service and hygiene of cooking equipment.
• Good understanding of cleanliness and health standards required whilst preparing food at the workstation.

Key Responsibilities

In line with APS 2 work level standards, you will be responsible for:

• Maintaining a high level of customer service to all residents.
• performing all duties in a manner which upholds AHL's commitment to safety for staff and residents and adhere to Work Health and Safety (WHS) practices as all times.
• Assisting the hostel team with general duties as required.
• Cook
  • prepare and deliver high-quality meal services aligned with AHL set menus and national Food Safety Standards.
  • Manage kitchen inventory and maintain a high standard of presentation and hygienic practices in the dining spaces.

For more information about the role, visit the AHL website Work with us | Aboriginal Hostels Limited

Eligibility

Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the APS unless the Agency Head has agreed otherwise, in writing. At AHL to be eligible for this position you should be an Australian Citizen at the closing date of application, unless exceptional circumstances apply.

The successful candidate will be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, prior to engagement:

• Provide an Australian Citizenship document (e.g. birth certificate or passport)
• Undergo a satisfactory National Criminal History Check;
• Meet the fitness for duty requirements; and
• Hold and maintain, working with children check in NSW.

Getting to know the Aboriginal Hostels Limited

Our purpose is to provide culturally safe and affordable accommodation for First Nations people who need to be away from home to access services and economic opportunities.Across our network of hostels, dedicated AHL staff provide accommodation and meals for residents in a culturally safe and supportive environment. We have a strong network of relationships with other organisations, including First Nations organisations. This network both refers residents to AHL and works alongside AHL to support residents to meet their needs. We are proud to be one of the largest employers of First Nations people in the Australian Public Service, First Nations employees make up over 40% of our workforce. Working with us will provide you with a chance to contribute to improving the quality of life and economic opportunities for First Nations people.