Cook- Monash Gardens

Royal Freemasons Monash Gardens is seeking an experienced and passionate permanent Cook to work part-time on Mondays, Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00-5:00pm. 

Join a supportive team that values quality, compassion, and the important role that great food plays in creating comfort, connection, and enjoyment for our residents.

The Opportunity

As a Cook in our residential agedcare community, you’ll play a key role in delivering safe, nutritious, highquality meals that support the wellbeing and preferences of our residents.

Your Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, nutritious meals that cater to residents' individual dietary needs and preferences
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, handling, and storage in accordance with relevant regulations
• Manage stock levels and assist with food ordering to ensure kitchen supplies are maintained
• Safely use and store kitchen chemicals and equipment in line with workplace procedures
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to create a positive and supportive work environment
• Provide friendly, respectful, and responsive service to residents, visitors, and colleagues
• Adhere to Aged Care Quality Standards and organisational policies at all times
• Support a dementia-inclusive dining experience that promotes residents' dignity, choice, and wellbeing

Who We’re Looking For

• Trade Certificate or Diploma in Cookery
• Food Handling Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Work experience in Residential Aged Care as Cook or similar experience within Hospitality/Health of at least 2 years experience
• Ability to lead by example and train a team 
• Good computer literacy and documentation skills 
• Ability to work Mondays and Weekends 

Why Join Royal Freemasons Monash Gardens?

• Salary packaging up to $15,990 + Meals & Entertainment card ($2,650)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Free onsite parking
• A supportive, progressive, notforprofit organisation with genuine career pathways

Key Requirements

• Valid Police Check or NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
• COVID19 vaccination (3 doses)
• Flu vaccination encouraged

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply today and be part of a team that values care, quality, and community.