Cook - Café Kitchen with Free Gym & Employee Discounts

TLC Aged Care; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant Industry Award rates, Pen &

Employee Shopping Portal access

Job summary

TLC Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Cook to join The Village Café & Bar in Mordialloc. You will prepare and present meals, maintain food safety standards, and contribute to a welcoming dining experience for our community.

We value teamwork, reliability and a positive attitude. The role requires café-style cooking, strong organisation, and flexibility including weekends, with training and development offered by TLC Healthcare.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook, preferably in a café or similar setting.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and food safety regulations.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive and team-oriented mindset, always ready to help where needed.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.
• HLTFSE001 - Follow Basic Food Safety Practices.
• HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid.
• RSA certificate/qualification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to a consistently high standard.
• Ensure attractive food presentation and portion control.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and compliant kitchen environment.
• Monitor stock levels and communicate ordering requirements.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Work efficiently during busy service periods while maintaining quality.
• Support café operations, opening and closing duties, and team collaboration.
• Assist with customer enquiries and special dietary requests professionally.

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Team player

Communication skills

Quality service

Education

HLTFSE001 - Follow Basic Food Safety Practices

HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid

RSA - Responsible Service of Alcohol

Job description

TLC Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Cook to join The Village Café & Bar in Mordialloc. You will prepare and present meals, maintain food safety standards, and contribute to a welcoming dining experience for our community.

We value teamwork, reliability and a positive attitude. The role requires café-style cooking, strong organisation, and flexibility including weekends, with training and development offered by TLC Healthcare.