Cook - Residential Care

As a Cook you'll be looking after the most important people in our organisation - our clients. Your tasks will include: Prepare, cook and serve meals in line with corporate menus, recipes and dietary requirementsEnsure all meals meet IDDSI and texture-modified needs Follow safe food handling, hygiene and infection control standardsMonitor and comply with Workplace Health and Safety and Environmental practicesYour AttributesWe're looking for a person who has what it takes to support our aged care team to deliver exceptional services to our clients. You have:Excellent communication skillsA warm and caring natureFriendly, kind and respectful towards elderly residentsCommitment to provide high-quality dining experience for elderly residentsStrong teamwork, communication, and time-management skillsHow You'll BenefitYou'll become part of the Ozcare family, and in addition to the training and support that you would expect, you will also receive:$35.79 per hour + Superannuation + Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging BenefitsOptional salary packaging up to $15,900, Novated Leases + $2,650 Meal Entertainment Card5 weeks annual leave + 14% annual leave loadingPrivate health insurance discountsUniform and laundry allowanceEmployee Assistance ProgramRole RequirementsCertificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.Demonstrated previous cooking experience for aged care residents would be an advantageDemonstrated ability to prepare nutritious meals that meet the dietary and texture modification requirements of older peopleDemonstrated knowledge and understanding of IDDSIAbility to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.Strong time management and organisational skills in a busy kitchen environment.Flexible availability to cover annual leave, sick leave and ability to work morning, afternoon, and occasional weekend shifts.Compassionate and resident-focused approach, strong communication and teamwork skills, commitment to delivering high-quality dining experiences for residents.Be vaccinated against Influenza & at least 1 dose of Covid-19 vaccineHold a current National Police Screening Certificate (valid within the past 3 years) or be willing to obtain oneCurrent First Aid & CPR training CertificatesWe're hiring smiles. Our staff are our greatest asset and we acknowledge and thank them for their ongoing hard work, dedication and commitment to helping our clients live their best lives.Welcoming AllWe welcome everyone to become part of the Ozcare family regardless of belief, ethnic or social background, health and gender. Ozcare is the organisation it is today because of each person who is a part of it. This spirit of togetherness is reflected in our mission and values, and our commitment to reconciliation.