Senior Cook - Oolong Hostel

UPA Corporation Bhd; Howlong; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Salary packaging options for not-for‑p

Job summary

United Protestant Association of NSW Limited (UPA) is seeking a Cook for Oolong Hostel. The role requires HACCP-compliant food preparation, strong time management, and respect for residents' rights with person-centred care. You should be able to adapt to change and proficient in Microsoft Office.

Certifications in commercial cookery and food safety are required, with experience in aged care preferred. Join a values-driven non-profit team, offering a competitive hourly rate and flexible working

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in working to the compliance of the Food Safety Standards to HACCP level.
• Strong time management and communication skills.
• Understanding of resident's rights, person-centred care and dignity of risk.
• Ability to manage change efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & Outlook).
• Certificate III & IV in Commercial Cookery/Hospitality.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards and Special Dietary needs.
• Experience in Aged Care desirable.
• Team player who is highly motivated.
• Availability to work weekend shifts.

Skills

HACCP knowledge

Time management

Resident rights & person-centred care

Change management

Microsoft Office Suite

Team player

Aged Care standards understanding

Aged Care experience (desirable)

Weekend shifts availability

Communication skills

Education

Certificate III & IV in Commercial Cookery/Hospitality

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & Outlook)

Job description

The United Protestant Association of NSW Limited (“UPA”) is a values-driven non-profit care organisation serving local communities throughout NSW, with a vision of always ensuring we have “our people by our side”. With a staff compliment of 1400 and a turnover in excess of $100M, UPA is a non-profit Company limited by guarantee.

Our services include:

• Residential Aged Care
• Home Care Services

Opportunity

We are looking for a Cook to join our team at Oolong Hostel.

• Knowledge and experience in working to the compliance of the Food Safety Standards to HACCP level
• Strong time management and communication skills
• Understanding of resident's rights, person-centred care and dignity of risk
• Ability to manage change efficiently and effectively
• Ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & Outlook)
• Certificate III & IV in Commercial Cookery/Hospitality
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards and Special Dietary needs
• Experience in Aged Care desirable
• Team player who is highly motivated
• Availability to work weekend shifts

Benefits and perks

• Competitive remuneration including eligibility for not-for-profit salary packaging options for permanent employees (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits, tax free)
• $33 - $36 per hour base salary. Note, the rate you are offered within this salary range is dependent on your skills, qualification, and level of experience.
• Access to a Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supportive and friendly work environment
• Work/life balance and flexible working arrangements available
• Workplace education and support provided
• Opportunity to make a real difference to your community and the lives of those in need

Pre-employment screening

The successful candidate is required to have completed/have a willingness to undertake the following:

• Vaccinated in accordance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy. (including proof of the required doses of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine and annual influenza)
• Undertake a National Criminal History Check
• Pre-Employment Medical Assessment

Appointment is subject to satisfactory of all pre-employment checks.

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA’s Talent Team.

This job was originally advertised via Our Mob - The Job Board for First Nations Jobseekers.