At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and present nutritious meals for residents in a supportive kitchen team.
- Company: Join Bolton Clarke, a leading not-for-profit aged care provider in Australia.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible shifts, career growth, and generous salary packaging.
- Other info: Work in a vibrant community on beautiful Bribie Island.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of residents while honing your culinary skills.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and experience in a commercial kitchen.
The predicted salary is between 17.1 - 20.9 $ per hour.
Bolton Clarke Residential Aged Care Opportunities – Brisbane QLD
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a dedicated Cook to deliver high-quality food services to our residents while providing kitchen and food preparation support to our Chef. This role is essential in ensuring nutritious, well-presented meals that meet the diverse needs of Residents in our care.
Key Responsibilities
- Take direction from the Chef and work collaboratively within the kitchen team
- Plan, prepare, and present delicious, well-balanced, and nutritious meals for residents
- Assist with general food preparation, kitchen duties, and stock control
- Purchase and order food supplies and kitchen equipment as required
- Ensure all food is prepared, cooked, and served in compliance with relevant legislation and food safety standards
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or higher
- A minimum of one year’s experience in a commercial kitchen (aged care or hospital experience preferred)
- Bulk cooking experience (highly desirable)
- Experience preparing texture-modified meals (advantageous)
- Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with residents, families, and colleagues
About this location:
The warm and vibrant community of Bribie Island makes Bribie Cove a perfect place to live. Residents feel at home and connected to the local community they love. Bribie Cove is a Premium home that provides high-quality aged care in a friendly, secure and comfortable residential environment.
Why Work For Bolton Clarke:
- Excellent work/life balance with shifts that suit your personal needs
- A caring team environment with strong clinical and allied health support
- Career progression and development opportunities
- Generous salary packaging and not-for-profit tax benefits – claim up to $18,550 tax free
- Private health insurance and gym discounts
- An Employee Assistance Program for staff and family
Our commitment to diversity: At Bolton Clarke we expect our staff to respect and value differences in age, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, intersex status and family or marital status. Appointment to this position and ongoing employment is subject to your commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion.
Cook for Aged Care Kitchen in Brisbane employer: Bolton Clarke Residential Aged Care Opportunities
Bolton Clarke is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and caring work environment in the picturesque seaside location of Seabrook, Deception Bay. With a strong focus on work/life balance, generous salary packaging, and ample career progression opportunities, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. The commitment to diversity and a friendly community atmosphere makes Bolton Clarke a rewarding place to work for those passionate about providing high-quality aged care.
Contact Details:
Bolton Clarke Residential Aged Care Opportunities Recruitment Team
