Permanent Aged Care Cook – Nutritious Meals & Team Impact

Bolton Clarke; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous salary packaging and not-for‑

Job summary

Bolton Clarke is seeking a dedicated Cook to deliver high-quality food services for residents at our Sandbrook facility on the Gold Coast. The role involves supporting the Chef, preparing nutritious meals, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.

The position is permanent and full-time with a guaranteed minimum earnings of $79,499 per annum plus superannuation, with opportunities for career development and a supportive, not-for-profit workplace.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or higher.
• Minimum of one year's experience in a commercial kitchen (aged care or hospital preferred).
• Bulk cooking experience is highly desirable.
• Experience preparing texture-modified meals advantageous.
• Strong communication skills with residents, families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Take direction from the Chef and work collaboratively within the kitchen team.
• Plan, prepare, and present nutritious, well-balanced meals for residents.
• Assist with general food preparation, kitchen duties, and stock control.
• Purchase and order food supplies and kitchen equipment as required.
• Ensure all food is prepared, cooked, and served in compliance with relevant legislation and food safety standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Bulk cooking

Texture-modified meals

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Bolton Clarke is seeking a dedicated Cook to deliver high-quality food services for residents at our Sandbrook facility on the Gold Coast. The role involves supporting the Chef, preparing nutritious meals, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.

The position is permanent and full-time with a guaranteed minimum earnings of $79,499 per annum plus superannuation, with opportunities for career development and a supportive, not-for-profit workplace.