Food Services Cook

Mareeba Aged Care; Hobart; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Casual flexibility

Supportive team environment

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Respect is seeking a casual Food Services Cook at St Ann's in Hobart, TAS. You will prepare and deliver nutritious, high-quality meals tailored to residents' dietary needs in a supportive aged care kitchen.

Join a collaborative team focused on health, wellbeing, and food safety in a not-for-profit environment. Experience in aged care or healthcare is preferred, with a cookery qualification and ability to handle modified textures; flexible shifts are valued. Police certificate required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Cook, preferably in aged care or healthcare.
• Relevant cookery qualification or demonstrated cooking experience.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and infection control practices.
• Ability to prepare nutritious meals while accommodating dietary requirements and modified textures.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Flexible to work across shifts and maintain quality in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver nutritious, high-quality meals meeting residents’ dietary needs.
• Assist with meal preparation, cooking, menu requirements and kitchen hygiene.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and food safety.
• Support residents with enjoyable meals that promote health and wellbeing.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Flexibility

Dietary needs

Infection control

Education

Cookery qualification

Job description

Food Services Cook
Casual | St Ann's, Hobart TAS

About the Role

We are looking for a casual Food Services Cook to join the team at St Ann's in Hobart. This role focuses on preparing and delivering nutritious, high-quality meals that meet the dietary needs and preferences of residents in a welcoming aged care environment.

You will work as part of a supportive food services team, assisting with meal preparation, cooking, menu requirements, food safety and maintaining high standards of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene. You will also help ensure residents receive enjoyable meals that support their health and wellbeing.

Why Hobart?

St Ann's is located in Hobart, Tasmania's vibrant capital city. With its beautiful waterfront, local cafes, parks and easy access to nature, Hobart offers a fantastic lifestyle with the convenience of city amenities and a welcoming community.

About Respect

Respect is the largest aged care provider in regional areas across Australia. We are a not-for-profit organisation focused on providing quality care to residents and supportive workplaces for employees.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and entitlements.
• Not-for-profit salary packaging.
• Casual flexibility.
• Supportive food services team environment.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Meaningful work in aged care.

About You

• Previous experience working as a Cook, preferably in aged care, healthcare or a similar environment.
• Relevant cookery qualification or demonstrated cooking experience.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and infection control practices.
• Ability to prepare nutritious meals while accommodating dietary requirements and modified food textures.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Genuine interest in providing quality food services to aged care residents.
• Flexibility to work across a range of shifts.
• Current National Police Certificate.