Trade Cook 1

Employment Type - Permanent Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 75

Classification - Cook Grade 3

Job Category - Trade Cook

Req Id - 6091

TRADE COOK

up to 37.50 hours per week

Permanent Part Time

Weekend Shifts are required

Colac Area Health is a values based organisation providing a unique integrated health service comprising of over 500 employees, providing Acute Care, Aged Care, Community and Allied Health Services.

As a member of the catering team, you will produce high quality, cost effective and nutritious meals for all users of CAH Food Service.

Ensuring the kitchen, supplies and equipment are maintained in a safe and sanitary condition in accordance with relevant regulations.

What's required?

Essential:

• Certificate of Cooking or experience in commercial cooking setting.
• Dessert and pastry cooking experience.
• Demonstrated experience in commercial cooking setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in bulk cooking.
• Effective communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work without active supervision.
• Knowledge of the Food Act 1984 and Victoria's legislative and regulatory mechanisms to ensure food safety.
• Understanding of the principles of food safety and infection control.

Desirable:

• Have an understanding of the concepts of nutrition, cooking with consideration of special dietary requirements, food related allergies and intolerances.

Benefits and Perks:

• Opportunity to "make your mark"
• Generous Salary Packaging
• Access to our free Employee Wellbeing Program

To apply visit:

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.

We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and welcomes applications from those who identify as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.

Contact person: Brett Duyvestyn

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Application closing date: Sunday 5th October, 2025.

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