Aged Care Cook | Casual
Core
Prepare and cook nutritious meals and snacks for residents in an aged care home, respecting individual dietary needs and cultural backgrounds.
Role type
Casual cook (aged care)
Builds
Daily nutritious meals, seasonal menus, and catering for special occasions and community events.
Domain
Aged care / Hospitality
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Commercial cookery (Certificate III or higher), food safety supervision, kitchen operations management, staff supervision, menu planning, dietary restriction management
Preferred skills
Aged care or health sector experience, Food Safety Supervisor certificate
Technologies
Kitchen equipment, inventory management systems
Responsibilities
Create delicious, nutritious meals that respect residents' individual dietary needs, preferences, and cultural backgrounds; Lead and motivate kitchen staff, fostering teamwork and smooth day-to-day operations; Oversee food purchasing, stock control, and kitchen operations to ensure efficiency and quality; Cater for special occasions, celebrations, and community events; Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised kitchen that supports a positive dining experience for residents.