Cook- Monash Gardens

Royal Freemasons Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals & Entertainment card

Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Royal Freemasons Monash Gardens is seeking an experienced Casual Cook to help deliver safe, nutritious, high‑quality meals for our residents in a supportive aged‑care community.

Join a team that values quality and compassion, with shifts on Mondays, Saturdays and Sundays and opportunities to contribute to dementia‑inclusive dining and resident wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Trade Certificate or Diploma in Cookery.
• Food Handling Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• At least 2 years experience in Residential Aged Care or Hospitality/Health.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, nutritious meals that cater to residents' dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, handling and storage per regulations.
• Manage stock levels and assist with food ordering to ensure kitchen supplies are maintained.
• Safely use and store kitchen chemicals and equipment per procedures.
• Collaborate with kitchen team to foster a positive work environment.
• Provide friendly, respectful service to residents, visitors and colleagues.
• Adhere to Aged Care Quality Standards and organisational policies.
• Support dementia-inclusive dining that promotes dignity, choice and wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership

Documentation

Education

Trade Certificate or Diploma in Cookery

Food Handling Safety Supervisor Certificate

Job description

Royal Freemasons Monash Gardens is seeking an experienced and passionate Casual Cook who wants to make a genuine difference in the lives of older Australians.

Join a supportive team that values quality, compassion, and the important role that great food plays in creating comfort, connection, and enjoyment for our residents.

We are seeking a Cook who is available to work Mondays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

The Opportunity

As a Cook in our residential aged‑care community, you’ll play a key role in delivering safe, nutritious, high‑quality meals that support the wellbeing and preferences of our residents.

Your Responsibilities:

• Prepare fresh, nutritious meals that cater to residents' individual dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, handling, and storage in accordance with relevant regulations.
• Manage stock levels and assist with food ordering to ensure kitchen supplies are maintained.
• Safely use and store kitchen chemicals and equipment in line with workplace procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to create a positive and supportive work environment.
• Provide friendly, respectful, and responsive service to residents, visitors, and colleagues.
• Adhere to Aged Care Quality Standards and organisational policies at all times.
• Support a dementia-inclusive dining experience that promotes residents' dignity, choice, and wellbeing.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Trade Certificate or Diploma in Cookery
• Food Handling Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Work experience in Residential Aged Care as Cook or similar experience within Hospitality/Health of at least 2 years experience
• Ability to lead by example and train a team
• Good computer literacy and documentation skills

Why Join Royal Freemasons Monash Gardens?

• Salary packaging up to $15,990 + Meals & Entertainment card ($2,650)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Free onsite parking
• A supportive, progressive, not‑for‑profit organisation with genuine career pathways

Key Requirements

• Valid Police Check or NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
• COVID‑19 vaccination (3 doses)
• Flu vaccination encouraged