Culinary Specialist

7 days ago


Shire of Indigo, Australia Apollo Care Alliance Full time

Be a key player in enhancing the dining experience for our residents and their mealtimes.

Benefits of the Role:

  • Attractive Hourly Compensation + Salary Packaging + 11.5% Superannuation
  • Permanent Position - Job Security
  • Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging options of up to $15,900 Tax-Free, plus $2,650 Meals & Entertainment Card
  • Overtime Compensation
  • 17.5% Leave Loading
  • Onsite Parking Facilities
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available for you and your immediate family.
  • Career Development Opportunities both Onsite & Online
  • Flexible Shifts to accommodate your lifestyle
  • Award-winning Cultural Programs
  • Make a difference - be part of a fulfilling not-for-profit organization

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled cook who is dedicated to a resident-centered approach to care, to become a part of our Catering Team. While we prefer a full-time commitment, we are open to flexibility for the right candidate.

Reporting to the Head Chef, the cook is responsible for delivering a nutritious, appealing, and diverse menu for residents that enhances their quality of life. This menu must be nutritionally balanced, tailored to residents' individual medical and dietary needs, comply with Aged Care Quality standards, and be executed within budgetary constraints.

About Us:

Apollo Care Alliance is committed to supporting not-for-profit aged care communities, and Yackandandah Health is proud to be part of this innovative national organization.

Our mission is to provide the highest quality care to our residents, grounded in a client-first philosophy, ensuring safety and quality in all our endeavors, and fostering collaboration to achieve collective goals by utilizing our resources effectively.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Oversee all facets of the kitchen operations, including training, leading, and motivating the kitchen team to ensure a highly skilled, organized, and enthusiastic workforce.
  • Establish, monitor, and uphold food safety standards, preparation, presentation, and cooking techniques in line with current Food Concept guidelines.
  • Ensure timely delivery of meals.
  • Manage stock ordering for all kitchen areas, ensuring orders are consolidated to minimize excess inventory while maintaining appropriate par stock levels.
Qualifications and Skills:
  • Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a cook in a residential aged care environment.
  • Possess or be willing to obtain an NDIS Workers Check.
  • Completion of a Food Safety Supervisor Course.
  • Strong communication skills (written, verbal & interpersonal).
  • Please note - Covid Vaccinations are no longer a requirement.
Interested in Learning More?

We look forward to reviewing your application. For further information, please visit our website.
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