Cook / Kitchen Hand

Alzheimer's Australia; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

12% superannuation

Job summary

Alzheimer's Queensland is seeking an experienced Cook to join Garden City Aged Care Services in Upper Mt Gravatt on a casual basis. You will prepare homestyle meals at scale, ensure dietary requirements are met, and uphold strict hygiene standards for residents.

You will work in a fast-paced kitchen, supporting meal service and collaborating with care teams to deliver high-quality meals, with early and variable shifts and a competitive hourly rate plus superannuation and salary packaging.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience.
• Experience in aged care or high-volume kitchens is desirable.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook homestyle meals in line with planned menus.
• 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

Food safety

Teamwork

Organised

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

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.
• 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.