At Estia Health, we're more than just a workplace: we're a community dedicated to enriching lives and making a difference. If you're passionate about aged care and want to be part of something meaningful, then we want to hear from you. Everyday, over 14,000 employees choose to make a difference at Estia Health, sharing a joint purpose to enrich and celebrate the lives of our residents. With 96 homes (and growing), across Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia and Victoria, you will play a part in positively impacting the lives of our residents and their families. Join us in playing a special role in the future of aged care.
About the Role
Helping create a home residents love, you'll take pride in delivering service standards that are of the highest level. Utilising your exceptional skills and your passion for delivering fresh and wholesome meals, we believe you will fit right in.
- Work alongside the Chef to assist with kitchen management
- Tailor meals to meet individual needs and preferences
- Ensure our residents are provided with healthy, nutritious and delicious meals
- Support the broader kitchen team to deliver a memorable dining experience
Required Skills & Experience
- A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
- Great communication and documentation skills
- Some experience within a commercial kitchen (Aged care highly regarded)
- A healthily amount of experience with a broad range of cuisines, dietary requirements in response to social, spiritual & culture needs of our residents
Benefits
- Retail savings with the Blue Light Card
- Discounted car hire
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
- Free Wellbeing App to support your mental and physical health
- Novated leasing for vehicles
- Workplace banking support
- ACN membership discounts for nurses
- Discounted health insurance with nib health
- Discounted JB HiFi
Estia Health is committed to embracing diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.
If you need assistance to participate in our application process, please let us know.
All shortlisted applicants will need to pass the required background checks.
During the influenza season, all staff are required to provide evidence of a current influenza vaccination.
At Estia Health, we're more than just a workplace, we're a community dedicated to enriching lives and making a difference. It you're passionate about aged care and want to be part of something meaningful, you've found your home. When you join the Estia Health family, you'll feel it: the warmth in every greeting, the care in every action and the sense of belonging that sets us apart. For our residents and team, this isn't just a place, it's family. Our Family.
Cook (FT) employer: Estia Health
Estia Health is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being of both residents and staff. With a strong focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills in a collaborative environment while enjoying benefits like discounted health insurance and retail savings. Located in Strathalbyn, this role not only allows you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents but also provides a fulfilling career path in aged care.
