Cook I Kyneton Kyneton, Victoria

Bupa; Kyneton; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team culture

Learning & development

Flexible shifts

Internal transfers

Job summary

Bupa Aged Care's Kyneton care home in Victoria is seeking a dedicated Cook to provide well-presented, nutritious meals in a home-like setting for residents. You will work as part of a caring team, focusing on residents' dietary, cultural, and individual needs while maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety.

The role supports efficient kitchen operations, stock control, and collaboration with care staff to ensure comfort and well-being.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare well-balanced, nutritious meals for residents.
• Liaise with residents, families and care team to meet dietary and cultural needs.
• Support efficient kitchen operations and food safety procedures.
• Handle stock taking and quality assessment tasks.

Skills

Food preparation

Nutrition awareness

Communication skills

Problem solving

Independence

Education

Certificate in Commercial Cookery

Tools

Kitchen equipment handling

Job description

OurSet in a picturesque region of Victoria, an hour's drive from the CBD, and with views of the Campaspe river, our Kyneton care home is within easy access to the local community, shops and the botanical gardens. It consists of 90 beds, with palliative care, low care and respite care units. 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 one of our carehomes 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.

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 withall 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

• Previousexperience 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.

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.

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