Cook - Yackandandah Health

Apollo Care Alliance; Wodonga; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit aged care community is seeking a Cook to join their Catering Team in Wodonga. This full-time position involves preparing delicious and nutritious meals that enhance the wellbeing of residents. Ideal candidates will have 1–2 years of cooking experience and strong teamwork skills. Benefits include a competitive hourly rate, salary packaging, and opportunities for career development. Apply today to be part of a supportive team where your cooking can make a real difference.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax-free

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible shifts

Paid overtime

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience as a Cook/Chef, preferably in aged care.
• Hold or willing to obtain NDIS Worker’s Screening Check.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Kitchen Team to create a positive environment.
• Prepare and deliver safe, nutritious meals.
• Manage stock ordering and reduce waste.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Education

Hospitality qualifications

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team as a COOK at Yackandandah Health!

Are you passionate about creating delicious, nutritious meals that make a real difference in people’s lives? Do you want to be part of a supportive, values-driven team where your work is truly appreciated? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive hourly rate (based on experience) + 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax-free, plus $2,650 Meals & Entertainment Card
• Permanent role – enjoy job security and stability
• Paid overtime + 17.5% leave loading
• Online & in-store discounts with Blue Light Card Australia
• Onsite parking
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Award-winning workplace culture programs
• Career development – onsite & online training and growth opportunities
• Flexible shifts to fit your lifestyle
• Be part of a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organisation where your work is truly rewarding!

The Role

We’re seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Cook (not a Head Chef role) to join our friendly Catering Team on a full-time basis with some alternating weekend shifts. Flexibility is available for the right candidate, and we’re open to applications from those in the final year of their Cooking Certificate if they have a minimum of 1 years working experience within a kitchen.

Reporting to the Head Chef, you’ll play a key role in delivering meals that enhance the health and wellbeing of our residents. You’ll prepare a varied, appetising, and nutritious menu that meets residents’ medical and personal needs, aligns with Aged Care Quality Standards, and supports their quality of life.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support the Kitchen Team to create a positive, well-organised and motivated environment
• Deliver meals that are safe, nutritious, and beautifully presented
• Ensure all food safety standards and guidelines are met
• Manage stock ordering, maintaining par levels and reducing waste
• Work collaboratively to make mealtimes a highlight of each resident’s day

Who You Are

• 1–2 years’ experience as a Cook/Chef (aged care experience preferred but not essential)
• Hold or willing to obtain NDIS Worker’s Screening Check
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Hospitality qualifications (desirable, but not essential)
• Please note: Covid vaccinations are no longer required

About Us

Yackandandah Health, proudly part of the Apollo Care Alliance, is a not-for-profit aged care community with a big heart. Our mission is to provide the highest quality care to residents while fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace. We live by our values of safety, quality, and working together – because when we achieve together, everyone benefits.

Ready to make a meaningful impact with your cooking skills?

Apply today and join a team where your passion for food and care will be truly valued.

To apply for this role, please submit your resume by selecting the apply now button. We look forward to reviewing your application!

PLEASE NOTE ONLY SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEWEES WILL BE CONTACTED

For more information, please visit our website:
https://www.yackandandahhealth.com.au/ or email [e-mail]

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