Description:
This is a great opportunity to work in one of the most established small boutique Nursing Homes in Adelaide, St Louis Nursing Home, in Parkside. If you have a genuine passion for working with older people and would like a work environment where you love to come to work, then we would love to hear from you.
About the Role:
As a casual Kitchen hand/Assistant cook you will have an excellent opportunity to work alongside our in-house Head-Cook to provide nutritious and appealing food to our residents. You will assist with the preparation, cooking, and service of St Louis Nursing Home’s changing menu to meet our residents’ choices and requirements. It is very important you have genuine connection and respect for older people and during food service, you enjoy conversation and engagement with our residents and their families.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- A passion for cooking and providing an exceptional meal experience.
- Previous experience in similar roles
- Genuine care and respect for the elderly clients we serve.
- Solid WHS skills as related to the kitchen environment.
- Excellent organisational skills with an ability to prioritise
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Essentials:
- Reliability and flexibility to work for casual shift hours over a 7-day period
- 2024/2025 Flu Vaccinations
- National Police Clearance (No more than 2 years old)
Qualifications / Experience:
- Relevant qualifications in Cooking and or Kitchen Operations (Desirable)
- A demonstrated commitment & knowledge of food safety including preparation, hygiene, and storage.
- Minimum of 1 years' experience working in an industrial kitchen
- An understanding of creating food and menus to cater for special diets and texture sensory requirements.
- Knowledge of compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards
About Us:
St Louis Care is an innovative, family-owned company delivering bespoke, person-centred support since 1946. Guided by the values of respect, dignity, fairness, and choice, our vision is to be a trusted provider, redefining excellence in tailored support and care, and empowering individuals to live life to the fullest.
St Louis Care comprises four distinct business units that deliver a variety of services to the South Australian community. St Louis Homes: NDIS approved provider for younger onset dementia. St Louis Home Care: approved home care, and private care provider. St Louis Nursing Home: boutique residential care provider. St Louis Allied Health: FIFO Allied Health Provider servicing remote South Australia.
St Louis Nursing Home is an established small, boutique, recognised extra-service Nursing Home in Parkside, our focus is on the quality of living for our residents. Described as "A small Nursing Home with a big family" after the recent 100 percent compliance accreditation.
Benefits of working at St Louis:
- Comprehensive induction and staff training
- Family-friendly work environment
- Friendly and supportive team culture
- Staff recognition, support and proven career progression opportunities.
- Beautiful facilities that support our employees, clients, and their families.
To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to lodge your application, including a cover letter and your Resume, and provision of two workplace referees.