Cook/Food Services Assistant for Hungarian Aged Care Home
Want to join a not for profit organisation that really cares about residents and staff? Arpad Aged Care is a boutique aged care facility in Wantirna, specializing in elderly people with Hungarian backgrounds.
We are seeking an experienced Cook/Food Service Assistant for immediate start.
We are looking for positive, hard-working catering team members to join our catering team at the Arpad Aged Care with a strong focus on great service to our residents and an interest in the Hungarian cuisine, as we provide culturally specific food to our residents.
About the Role
The Cook/Food Services Assistant will be responsible for working with the chef or independently, as required. The position includes cooking, food preparation, serving of meals to all residents in the dining room, overseeing food trays and beverages. Other duties are washing up of all dishes and preparing the kitchen for the next shift. Catering for residents with special dietary requirements as directed by the Head Chef is required, therefore knowledge on special diets would be an advantage.
You will also be responsible for maintaining cleanliness within the catering department in line with required food safety, infection control and aged care standards, while offering high standards of quality and service to residents and other stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will be willing to learn to cook culturally specific food to the taste of our residents.
In this role you will report to Head Chef and work closely with a positive and respected team.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will have a high attention to detail and work effectively in a team or independently as required, within a fast-paced environment. Your ability to prioritise tasks effectively will assist you with your excellent time management skills. You also have a respectful attitude towards older people and a caring nature.
You will also bring;
Previous experience as a cook in an aged care environment is highly desirable.
Understanding of food safety and hygiene principles
Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong customer focus
Compliance with HACCP, Food Safety and Workplace, Health and Safety
Certificate II or Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Cook/ food service assistant employer: Arpad Aged Care
Arpad Aged Care is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and collaborative work culture, where staff and residents are seen as a caring community. Located in Wantirna, this boutique aged care home offers unique opportunities for professional growth and development, alongside benefits such as not-for-profit salary packaging and an Employee Assistance Program. As a Clinical Care Coordinator, you will play a vital role in shaping the quality of care provided to our residents, making a meaningful impact in their lives while working within a values-driven organisation.
