Cook/ Chef

Homestyle Aged Care; Victoria; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

17.5% annual leave loading

Uniform allowances

Collaborative team culture

Supportive management

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Homestyle Aged Care in Victoria seeks a Kitchen Supervisor to lead a small team of Food Service Assistants in delivering fresh, nutritious meals for residents, including special diets. You will maintain high food safety standards, ensure clean kitchens and presentation.

This is a maximum-term position for 4 months with a fortnightly roster and weekend shifts. You will benefit from an attractive hourly rate, annual leave loading, uniform allowances, and a supportive management team committed to

Qualifications

• Experience as a Cook in aged care.
• HLTFSE001 – Follow basic food safety practices.
• HLTFSE005 – Apply and monitor food safety requirements.
• HLTFSE007 – Oversee day-to-day implementation of food safety.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of Food Service Assistants.
• Ensure kitchen is clean and adheres to safety protocols.
• Prepare and present nutritious meals for residents, including special dietary requirements.

Skills

Team supervision

Food service coordination

Education

Cook in aged care

Tools

HLTFSE001

HLTFSE005

HLTFSE007

Job description

About the Role

Reporting to the Chef Manager at Sea Views Manor, supervise a team of Food Service Assistants to provide fresh, high-quality meals for residents including catering for special dietary requirements. You will ensure that the kitchen is clean, safe food handling practices are followed, and all meals are nutritious and well presented. This is a maximum term position for 4 months, working the following fortnightly roster. Week1: Friday 9:30am-5:30pm, Saturday 9:30am-5:30pm & Sunday 9:30am-5:30pm. Week2: Friday 8:30am-4:30pm, Saturday 9:30am-5:30pm & Sunday 9:30am-5:30pm.

Benefits and Culture

• Attractive hourly rate ($38.08) plus 17.5% annual leave loading
• Additional uniform allowances
• Collaborative, fun and inclusive team culture
• Supportive and respectful management
• Confidential access to our Employee Assistance Program

Essential Requirements

• Experience as a Cook in aged care
• HLTFSE001 'Follow basic food safety practices'
• HLTFSE005 'Apply and monitor food safety requirements'
• HLTFSE007 'Oversee the day-to-day implementation of food safety in the workplace'
• Current and valid police check
• Vaccination certificate

About Homestyle Aged Care

Homestyle has cared for older Victorians for over 30 years. With 10 quality homes we pride ourselves on providing the best care possible in a safe and supportive environment. For residents in our care, we want Homestyle to be the best alternative to being at home. Our Vision is to provide quality of care and excellence in all we do to put residents first through living our values of Compassion, Dignity, Quality, and Respect.