Cook I Cairns

BUPA; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive, collaborative, and caring

Continual learning and development

Flexible working shifts and Arrangemem

Internal transfers across our carehom

Internal transfers across our care hom

Job summary

Bupa Cairns is seeking a Cook I at Cairns Care Home to prepare nutritious, well-presented meals in a home-like environment, supporting the health and well-being of our residents. You will work as part of a friendly, collaborative kitchen team.

This permanent, part-time role offers flexible shifts, opportunities for learning and development, and the chance to transfer across Bupa care homes. Your passion for food and person-centred care will shine daily.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing and delivering meals in a similar aged-care environment.
• Certificate in Commercial Cookery or equivalent is preferred but not essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to solve problems independently.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare well-balanced meals for residents.
• Liaise with residents, families, and care team to meet dietary and cultural needs.
• Support efficient kitchen and catering operations.
• Comply with infection control and food safety procedures.
• Carry out stock takes and food quality assessments.

Skills

Meal preparation & delivery

Excellent communication

Independent problem solving

Education

Certificate in Commercial Cookery or equivalent

Job description

Name

Cook I Cairns

Ref #

65397

Date

Thursday, October 29, 2026

Full / Part Time

Part Time

Employment Type

Permanent

Location

Cairns Care Home

About the Home

Bupa Cairns is situated in the quiet residential suburb of Mooroobool and is close to all that Cairns CBD has to offer. It consists of 151 beds, a with various care units such as dementia, respite, and palliative. Our primary goal is placing our focus on the health, lifestyle and well-being of our residents.

Benefits of Bupa

• Supportive, collaborative, and caring team culture
• Continual learning and development opportunities
• Flexible working shifts and arrangements
• Internal transfers across our care homes

About the Role

As a Cook at our Clayton care home, you will provide well-presented and nutritious meals in a home like environment. Your passion for food along with your person-first approach will make a real difference to the life of our residents. This is a permanent full-time position.

Duties

• Plan and prepare well balanced and nutritious meals for our residents
• Liaise with residents, families, and the care team to ensure residents’ dietary, individual and cultural needs are met
• Support the efficient functioning of kitchen and catering services
• Comply with all infection control and food safety procedures
• Perform administrative duties related to the kitchen operation such as stock taking, and food quality assessment

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in the preparation and delivery of meals within a similar environment
• Certificate in Commercial Cookery or equivalent is preferred but not essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to solve problems independently

Culture

We all share the same purpose at Bupa Aged Care. Helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We take pride in delivering high-quality care with a personal touch. Bupa champions a unique agile culture, one that adapts to your needs as a member of our team. Our focus is not limited to our residents but also your wellbeing and career growth. We aim to support you with tools you need to achieve a fulfilling career.

Website

To learn more about working at Bupa please visit our website: https://careers.bupa.com.au

Equal Opportunity

Bupa cares about creating and sustaining a safe and inclusive workplace where our team members feel they belong regardless of gender identity (including how one chooses to express it), ethnicity, disability (physical, mental and/or sensory), sexual orientation, religion or life stage. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment. If you require any adjustments to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know at the time of your application.

Recruiter

Brenton Meka