Kitchenhand/Cook

Kitchen Hand / Cook — Permanent, Part-time Opportunity

Churches of Christ in Queensland is hiring to join our team at the Clive Burdeu Aged Care Facility, Hillcrest. We're looking for someone who can prepare meals and support high-quality, compassionate care for residents.

Step into a role where your skills and dedication will make a tangible difference. As a Kitchen Hand/Cook, you will:

• Prepare and serve nutritious, delicious meals that bring comfort and joy to our residents.
• Be part of a close-knit team passionate about delivering high-quality care.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic, and organized kitchen by cleaning and maintaining all areas, equipment, appliances, utensils, and fixtures in compliance with strict food safety and infection control standards.
• Handle basic record-keeping tasks, including tracking meals served, missed meals, and fridge/freezer temperatures.
• Work collaboratively with a supportive team to create a smooth and positive mealtime experience for all.

We're seeking individuals with the passion and commitment to excel in this role. You'll need:

• Reliable person to assist with catering services to our elderly.
• The ability to handle food preparation, cooking duties, and meal service with care and precision.
• Have a basic understanding of food handling and hygiene (or be eager to learn).
• Commit to cleanliness and safety, maintaining high standards in kitchen hygiene for our residents and staff.
• Available to work at least 5 days per week, including weekends, across a range of shifts between 9am and 7pm.

• Previous experience as a kitchen hand or cook, ideally within Aged Care (preferred).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Minimum one year of experience working as a commercial cook in a hygiene-controlled environment.
• Certificate II in Cookery, or willingness to undertake training.
• Current National Police Certificate – or ability to obtain one.

We are one of Australia's largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organization work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care. Services across Queensland and Victoria.

At Churches of Christ, we offer meaningful work with real rewards:

• Salary packaging up to $18,549 p.a. as a not-for-profit
• Up to $15,900 on everyday expenses (e.g. rent, groceries, bills)
• Up to $2,649 on meals and entertainment

For more details on salary packaging, please inquire with us.

• Generous Leave — Five weeks of annual leave, with the option to purchase more.
• Wellbeing Support — Access our Employee Assistance Program for confidential support.
• Retail & Health Discounts — Save with our partner network (e.g., JB Hi-Fi, The Good Guys, Bupa Health, and more).

Importantly, you will closely align with our organisational values of Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship, and Safety.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today. For inquiries, contact 0413 328 133.

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions. Applications will be assessed as received.