At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare nutritious meals and create a welcoming dining experience for residents.
- Company: Bupa Cairns, a caring and supportive aged care provider.
- Benefits: Flexible shifts, ongoing training, and opportunities for internal transfers.
- Other info: Join a diverse team focused on health, happiness, and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives through your passion for food.
- Qualifications: Experience in meal preparation; Certificate in Commercial Cookery preferred but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
About the Home
Bupa Cairns is situated in the quiet residential suburb of Mooroobool and is close to all that Cairns CBD has to offer. It consists of 151 beds, with various care units such as dementia, respite, and palliative. Our primary goal is placing our focus on the health, lifestyle and well-being of our residents.
Benefits of Bupa
- Supportive, collaborative, and caring team culture
- Continual learning and development opportunities
- Flexible working shifts and arrangements
- Internal transfers across our care homes
About the Role
As a Cook at our Clayton care home, you will provide well-presented and nutritious meals in a home-like environment. Your passion for food along with your person-first approach will make a real difference to the life of our residents. This is a permanent full-time position.
Duties
- Plan and prepare well-balanced and nutritious meals for our residents
- Liaise with residents, families, and the care team to ensure residents' dietary, individual and cultural needs are met
- Support the efficient functioning of kitchen and catering services
- Comply with all infection control and food safety procedures
- Perform administrative duties related to the kitchen operation such as stock taking, and food quality assessment
Skills and Experience
- Previous experience in the preparation and delivery of meals within a similar environment
- Certificate in Commercial Cookery or equivalent is preferred but not essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to solve problems independently
Culture
We all share the same purpose at Bupa Aged Care. Helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We take pride in delivering high-quality care with a personal touch. Bupa champions a unique agile culture, one that adapts to your needs as a member of our team. Our focus is not limited to our residents but also your wellbeing and career growth. We aim to support you with tools you need to achieve a fulfilling career. Bupa cares about creating and sustaining a safe and inclusive workplace where our team members feel they belong regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, religion or life stage. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment.
If you require any adjustments to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know at the time of your application.
Cook I – Cairns Mooroobool, Queensland in Newcastle employer: Bupa Australia
At Bupa, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the wellbeing and growth of our employees. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, we foster a supportive work culture where your voice matters and your contributions make a real impact in shaping the future of healthcare. Enjoy flexible hybrid working arrangements, ample opportunities for professional development, and the chance to be part of a global leader dedicated to helping people live healthier, happier lives.
