Cook- Monash Gardens
- Prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents.
- Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
- Work collaboratively with the kitchen team.
Mulgrave, VIC 3170
Royal Freemasons Monash Gardens is seeking an experienced and passionate Casual Cook who wants to make a genuine difference in the lives of older Australians.
Join a supportive team that values quality, compassion, and the important role that great food plays in creating comfort, connection, and enjoyment for our residents.
We are seeking a Cook who is available to work Mondays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
The Opportunity
As a Cook in our residential agedcare community, you’ll play a key role in delivering safe, nutritious, highquality meals that support the wellbeing and preferences of our residents.
Your Responsibilities:
- Prepare fresh, nutritious meals that cater to residents' individual dietary needs and preferences.
- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, handling, and storage in accordance with relevant regulations.
- Manage stock levels and assist with food ordering to ensure kitchen supplies are maintained.
- Safely use and store kitchen chemicals and equipment in line with workplace procedures.
- Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to create a positive and supportive work environment.
- Provide friendly, respectful, and responsive service to residents, visitors, and colleagues.
- Adhere to Aged Care Quality Standards and organisational policies at all times.
- Support a dementia-inclusive dining experience that promotes residents' dignity, choice, and wellbeing.
Who We’re Looking For:
- Trade Certificate or Diploma in Cookery
- Food Handling Safety Supervisor Certificate
- Work experience in Residential Aged Care as Cook or similar experience within Hospitality/Health of at least 2 years experience
- Ability to lead by example and train a team
- Good computer literacy and documentation skills
Why Join Royal Freemasons Monash Gardens?
- Salary packaging up to $15,990 + Meals & Entertainment card ($2,650)
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Free onsite parking
- A supportive, progressive, notforprofit organisation with genuine career pathways
Key Requirements
- Valid Police Check or NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
- COVID19 vaccination (3 doses)
- Flu vaccination encouraged
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply today and be part of a team that values care, quality, and community.
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