Cook
We are seeking a casual Cook who will be part of our fast-paced dynamic kitchen team.
You will be joining a team passionate about providing quality service to our residents and have high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
You will play a vital part in adding to the quality of life our residents currently experience at St Joseph’s House.
About the Role:
The Cook is responsible for the preparation of food for St Joseph’s house kitchen and dining rooms, and for maintaining the kitchen in a clean, neat, and tidy manner. The Cook will also adhere to St Joseph’s House policies and procedures, and legislative food hygiene requirements.
As a cook your duties will be:
- Directly responsible for supervising kitchen staff
- Setting up workstations and operating kitchen equipment
- Measuring and weighing ingredients
- Following recipes and set menus
- Baking, grilling, steaming or boiling fish, meat, vegetables and other foods
- Presenting and garnishing dishes
- Adhering to kitchen hygiene and safety standards
- Maintaining a clean workspace at all times
- Monitoring stock levels
- Keeping up with cooking techniques and methods
About you:
- You have a passion for food, food preparation and providing a great dining experience.
- You understand the legislative food hygiene requirements, including food safety programs.
- You have commercial kitchen experience, preferably in an aged care setting
- You understand the demands of working in a kitchen
- You are motivated and can work unsupervised at times
- Have basic computer skills
- A Certificate in Commercial Cookery or equivalent is desirable
Successful candidates will be provided ongoing training to meet the requirements of the role.
How to apply:
- Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
- The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check
Please submit your cover letter and resume to admin@stjosephshouse.net.au
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
St Joseph’s House is committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace, appointing the best person for the role, and supporting diversity. We welcome applicants who may require adjustments.