Cook / Kitchen Hand

Alzheimer's Queensland; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging

Job summary

Alzheimer's Queensland is seeking an experienced Cook to join Garden City Aged Care on a casual basis at Upper Mt Gravatt. You will contribute to meals prepared at scale while meeting dietary requirements for residents and maintaining high hygiene standards.

This role requires working early to late shifts, with weekend availability and a strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Full Australian working rights
• No visa restrictions support

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook homestyle meals in line with planned menus.
• Ensure meals meet dietary requirements including texture-modified diets.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and presentation.
• Support meal service and ensure timely delivery to residents.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen and care teams.

Skills

Aged care experience

High-volume kitchens

Food safety

Dietary needs

Fast-paced

Reliability

Organisation

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Cook / Kitchen Hand | Upper Mount Gravatt | Casual

Alzheimer's Queensland (AQ) is one of Queensland's leading not-for-profit organisations helping maintain the quality of life with people diagnosed with dementia and their caregivers. We pride ourselves on being innovative and exceeding our clients' and residents' expectations - so that people with dementia, the frail aged and their families benefit.

A position has become available for an experienced Cook/ Kitchen Hand to join our 60 bed facility at Garden City Aged Care Services in Upper Mt gravatt.

You will contribute to an efficient team providing quality meals, excellent presentation and prompt service for our residents. In addition, you will have the important task of maintaining high level hygiene in the kitchen and dining areas.

About This Opportunity

Alzheimer’s Queensland (AQ) is seeking an experienced Cook to join our team at Garden City Aged Care on a casual basis.

This role is suited to someone confident working in a fast-paced kitchen, preparing meals at scale while meeting dietary requirements specific to aged care. You will play a key role in delivering consistent, high-quality meals that support residents’ health, wellbeing, and daily routine.

Shift Times

5:00am - 1:00pm and 11:00am - 7:00pm.

Availability

Every second weekend and flexibility to cover weekday shifts as required.

Salary

Competitive hourly rate + 12% superannuation + salary packaging.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook homestyle meals in line with planned menus.
• Ensure meals meet dietary requirements including texture-modified diets.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and presentation.
• Support meal service and ensure timely delivery to residents.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen and care teams.

About You

• Must have full Australian working rights with no restrictions.
• Not suitable for applicants with limited working hours or visa restrictions.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or minimum 3 years’ experience.
• Experience in aged care, healthcare, or high-volume kitchens (Desireable)
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to prepare meals for diverse dietary requirements.
• Reliable, organised, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be available for early morning, afternoon, and weekday shifts.
• National Police Check and current vaccinations.