Description:
Bolton Clarke Residential group now has 88 Aged Care Homes across QLD, NSW, VIC, SA & WA, with the inclusion of the Allity, McKenzie & Acacia Living Group. We are committed to enriching the lives of people by providing care with compassion, respect and integrity to promote the health, independence and social interaction of seniors. With registered nurses and care staff at our homes 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
About the Opportunity
As a Cook, you will provide quality food services to residents and provide kitchen and food preparation support to our Head Chef.
Duties include but not limited to:
• Taking direction from the Chef
• Ensure delicious, well-balanced and nutritional meals are planned, prepared and presented to meet the needs of our residents
• Assist with general food preparation, kitchen duties and stock control
• Purchase and order stock and equipment
• Ensuring all food is prepared, cooked and served in accordance with legislation
About You
To be successful, you'll need:
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
• Demonstrated minimum 2 years experience in a commercial kitchen within aged care/healthcare
• Bulk cooking experience highly desirable
• Experience with texture modified food advantageous
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families and co-workers
• Current COVID & Annual Flu Vaccination (Mandatory)
Please Note: Successful applicants must complete a National Police Check and/or NDIS Worker Check
Benefits
Our culture is both supportive and collaborative, where you can make your role your own. In return you'll get:
• A work culture that truly values you and invests in your career.
• Salary packaging & tax benefits up to $15,900 tax free & additional $2,650 entertainment
• A range of employee discounts and benefits.
• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities.
• Mental Health Programs (EAP).
Our residential aged care communities are supported by specialised teams who care deeply about our residents’ individual needs. Together with residents, healthcare partners and families, our teams deliver best practice care with the highest standards of safety, clinical practice and governance.