Resident-Centred Cook for Aged Care Kitchen

UnitingCare Health Pty Ltd.; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Employee discounts

Parental leave

Diversity leave

Job summary

BlueCare Rothwell Aged Care Facility in Queensland is seeking a Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and present meals meeting dietary needs and resident preferences, under the direction of the Home Services Lead and with the Chef.

This permanent full‑time role requires a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent), food safety knowledge and strong teamwork. The position offers salary packaging, staff discounts and other benefits to support your work with residents.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) required.
• Food safety knowledge and safe food handling practices.
• Understanding of IDDSI and dietary restrictions.
• Ability to work in a team and follow direction.
• Experience in aged care or healthcare food service is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve meals in line with menus and dietary needs.
• Ensure meals are well-presented, at the correct temperature.
• Maintain cleanliness and safe food handling in the kitchen.
• Follow documentation and recording procedures.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

BlueCare Rothwell Aged Care Facility in Queensland is seeking a Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and present meals meeting dietary needs and resident preferences, under the direction of the Home Services Lead and with the Chef.

This permanent full‑time role requires a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent), food safety knowledge and strong teamwork. The position offers salary packaging, staff discounts and other benefits to support your work with residents.