Chef/Cook

What's in it for you? 

• Competitive Compensation:Enjoy a competitive hourly rate (based on exp), 12% Superannuation
• Not for Profit Salary Packaging: Options of up to $15,900 Tax-Free + Meals & Entertainment –
• Retail Benefits: Enjoy online + in store discounts with Blue Light Card Australia
• Employee Support:An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)for you and your immediate family. With 24/7 access to a range of benefits
• Career Development:Nurture your professional growth through Onsite & Online professional development programs, providing pathways for advancement within our organisation
• Care Friends:Refer friends, earn points, and turn them into cash. It's our way of saying thank you for bringing great people on board
• Award-Winning Culture:Be part of a team that values excellence and is recognised for its award-winning culture program

Who we are:

Proudly part of the Apollo Care Alliance, Charingfield is located in the leafy suburb of Waverley. Situated just a short drive from the beautiful Bondi, Bronte and Tamarama beaches, Charingfield occupies a beautifully secluded position in the much-loved part of Sydney. It has excellent proximity to other familiar landmarks including Queens Park and Centennial Park and is close to cafés and shopping centres.

At the heart of our offering is a deep commitment to a resident first approach, while maintaining safety and quality in everything we do to promote a safe place for residents and the workforce. Our goal is to work together to achieve together by using our resources wisely.

The Role:

We are looking for an experienced Cook or Chef who is passionate about a person-centred approach to care, to join our Catering Team. This is a permanent part time position including weekends.

Reporting to the Residential Service Manager, the Chef/Cook is responsible for providing a nutritious, appetising, and varied menu for residents that enhances their quality of life. This menu is nutritionally sound, is aligned to residents' individual medical and other needs and preferences, the Aged Care Quality standards, regulatory requirements and is delivered within budget. 

What you will do:

• Plan, prepare, and cook meals that are tasty, nutritious, and meet residents' individual needs.
• Understanding of modified diets, including those for dementia care, and the nutritional needs of the elderly.
• Adheres to proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures; maintains temperature and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP).
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of equipment, food storage, and work areas.
• Monitor food supplies, use stock in an effective and economic manner to minimise waste.
• Works collaboratively with the team, treats all residents, clients, and visitors with courteously and respect.

Who are you and what will you bring:

• At least 1-2 years' experience as a Chef or a Cook in a residential aged care setting
• Completed Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery
• Completed Food Safety Supervisor Course (desirable or willing to obtain)
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal & interpersonal)
• Hold and maintain NDIS Worker Check (or willing to obtain)
• This position requires full-time availability and unrestricted working rights in Australia
• Applicants must have received three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine. A current influenza vaccination is preferred

Interested? We would love to hear from you

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*Thank you for your consideration. We look forward to hearing from you.

** Please note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted applicants selected for interview will be contacted ***