Cook

Churches-of-Christ-1; Stanthorpe; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $18,549 p.a. (税

Generous annual leave

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts at retailers

Job summary

Churches of Christ, Residential Aged Care – Stanthorpe, QLD, is seeking a skilled Cook to join our team. The role focuses on preparing nutritious meals for residents, while accommodating dietary requirements and safety standards.

You will work in a collaborative environment, upholding food safety practices, and contributing to menu planning and special events within Stanthorpe Aged Care. Experience in aged care is valued, and a National Police Check is required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial food preparation and food hygiene practices.
• Strong understanding of texture-modified diets and special dietary requirements.
• Current National Police Check, or willingness to obtain one.
• Hold valid Australian Work Rights - sponsorship not available for this role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals with care and creativity.
• Maintain high hygiene and infection-control standards in kitchen areas.
• Keep accurate kitchen records and stock documentation.
• Assist with stock ordering and liaise with suppliers and supervisors.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to support daily operations.
• Contribute ideas for menus, themed meals and special events.

Skills

Food preparation

Food hygiene

Teamwork

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Churches of Christ, Residential Aged Care – Stanthorpe, QLD

Causal role(49 Hours minimum -per fortnight)

About the Role:

Are you a cook, with a passion for the elderly? An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and passionate Cook to join our dedicated team at Stanthorpe Aged Care. In this rewarding role, you will help create nutritious, high-quality meals that bring comfort and enjoyment to our residents, while supporting their individual dietary and nutritional needs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals with care, creativity, and attention to dietary requirements
• Ensure all kitchen, food preparation, and storage areas are maintained to high hygiene and infection-control standards
• Maintain accurate kitchen records and stock documentation
• Assist with stock ordering and liaise with suppliers and supervisors regarding kitchen supplies
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to support smooth daily operations
• Contribute ideas for menus, themed meals, and special events

About You:

You are someone who genuinely enjoys working with older people and understands the important role good food plays in health, wellbeing, and quality of life. You are reliable, organised, and committed to safe food handling practices and teamwork.

• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial food preparation and food hygiene practices
• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or relevant trade qualification (desirable)
• Strong understanding of food safety legislation, texture-modified diets, and special dietary requirements
• Experience within the aged care sector (highly regarded)
• Current National Police Check, or willingness to obtain one
• Hold valid Australian Work Rights -Unfortunately we are not offering sponsorship for this role.

Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of:Integrity, Compassion, Excellence & Courage.

About Us:

We are one of Australia’s largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care. With services across Queensland and Victoria.

Employee Benefits:

As a not-for-profit, employees can salary package up to $18,549 p.a. tax-free: $15,900 on everyday expenses and $2,649 on meals/entertainment, whichcan significantly increase your take-home pay.To find out what salary sacrificing can mean for you click here.

We offer generous annual leave, an Employee Assistance Program, a supportive work culture, and discounts at a range of retail outlets.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Visit www.cofc.com.au to learn more about us

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Applications will be assessed as they are received.

Location: Stanthorpe QLD, Australia

Category: Residential Aged Care

Position Type: Casual

Job Reference: JJ000033

Posted: 29 Oct 2026