Cook

UnitingCare Queensland; Udaipur District; On-site; INR 2,006,688 - 3,010,033; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

12 weeks paid parental leave

Career development opportunities

Diversity and inclusive leave

Job summary

UnitingCare Queensland is seeking a part-time Cook for the Tallebudgera Aged Care Facility. The role involves preparing and serving meals that satisfy dietary needs while maintaining a high standard of hygiene and food safety.

The successful candidate will have a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, strong communication skills, and a commitment to resident-centered care. Employee benefits include salary packaging options, paid parental leave, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in aged care or healthcare food service is highly regarded.
• Ability to follow safe food handling practices.
• Commitment to resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve meals per corporate menus and dietary needs.
• Follow safe food handling and hygiene standards.
• Complete necessary documentation like temperature checks and cleaning logs.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Cook | BlueCare – Tallebudgera

Role: Cook at Tallebudgera Aged Care Facility. Employment term: part‑time. Availability: shifts may start as early as 6am and may include weekend work. Remuneration: $30.40 per hour plus super, salary packaging, penalties and allowances.

About The Role

The Cook supports the delivery of a high‑quality, safe and resident‑centred dining experience by preparing and presenting meals that meet organisational standards, dietary needs and resident preferences. The role works under the direction of the Home Services Lead and collaboratively with the Chef to ensure meals are enjoyable, consistent and contribute to resident dignity, wellbeing and comfort. As a key member of the kitchen team, the Cook maintains a clean, safe and efficient work environment, follows established procedures and supports positive interactions with residents, families and colleagues. The Cook will be organised, motivated and take pride in delivering excellent service, supporting residents with the following.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve meals in line with corporate menus, recipes and dietary requirements.
• Ensure all meals meet IDDSI, allergen, cultural and texture‑modified needs.
• Deliver meals that are well‑presented, appetising and served at the correct temperature.
• Support food preparation, portioning, plating and kitchen operations.
• Follow safe food handling, hygiene and infection control standards.
• Complete documentation including temperature checks, cleaning logs and production records.
• Identify and report hazards, incidents or equipment faults.

Role Requirements

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent experience).
• Food safety knowledge and safe food handling practices.
• Understanding of special diets, allergens and IDDSI requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and follow direction.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to resident‑centred care and positive dining experiences.
• Basic computer and documentation skills.
• Experience in aged care or healthcare food service (highly regarded).
• Satisfy the relevant probity checks required by legislation or organisational policy.

Employee Benefits

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum for everyday living expenses and bills, and up to $2,650 for meal entertainment.
• Recognition and rewards platform providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers.
• 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months of service, in addition to the government scheme.
• Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options for significant cultural events.
• Career development opportunities within the largest network of aged care workers in Queensland.

Experience & Recruitment

We warmly encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people living with disability, and people of all genders and identities.