Cook – Gracehaven Aged Care, Bundaberg
Permanent Part Time Opportunity
Do you take pride in preparing nutritious, delicious meals that bring comfort and enjoyment to others? Join our caring team at Gracehaven Aged Care in Bundaberg and play an important role in enhancing the wellbeing of our residents through quality food and exceptional service.
This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced Cook who understands the unique nutritional needs of older people and enjoys working in a supportive, community-focused environment.
About the Role
As our Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality meals that are nutritious, appealing, and tailored to individual dietary requirements. Working as part of a dedicated kitchen team, you will help create positive dining experiences for residents while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene.
Key Responsibilities include:
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Prepare and cook a variety of dishes with precision, creativity, and attention to dietary requirements
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Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment in line with cleaning and infection-control standards
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Keep accurate records of key kitchen and stock data
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Liaise with supervisors and suppliers regarding stock control and ordering
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Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations
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Contribute ideas for menu development and special events
What You will Bring
You are a passionate and reliable Cook who understands the important role food plays in the health, wellbeing, and quality of life of older Australians. You enjoy working in a team environment, take pride in your work, and are committed to delivering excellent service every day.
You will also bring:
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Demonstrated knowledge of commercial food preparation, cooking processes, and a strong knowledge of food hygiene.
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At least one year’s experience as a Cook.
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Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery (Essential).
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Current Police Check or willing to apply.
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Hold valid Australian Work Rights (Unfortunately we are not currently able to offer sponsorship).
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Strong understanding of food safety legislation, texture-modified diets, and special dietary needs.
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Experience in the aged care sector (Essential).
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A genuine alignment with our values of Integrity, Compassion, Excellence and Courage.
About Us
We are one of Australia’s largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with over 140 years of care and compassion at the heart of our mission. As a faith-based organisation, we deliver holistic support across aged care, family services, community housing, retirement living, and home care throughout Queensland and Victoria.
Employee Benefits
As part of our team, you will enjoy:
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Salary packaging up to $18,549 p.a. tax free ($15,900 on everyday expenses and $2,649 on meals/entertainment)
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5 weeks of annual leave
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Employee Assistance Program
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Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
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Access to a range of retail and lifestyle discounts
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The opportunity to make a real difference in your local community
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Now!
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We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all our positions.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
