Cook - The Verge Care Hub - Get Hired Fast - Part-Time

ABOUT US 
Since 2006, RetireAustralia has supported residents to lead secure, independent and fulfilled lives within the communities they choose to call home. Our purpose is to serve our residents and customers and be the best retirement community owner, operator and care services provider for older Australians.

We are one of the largest privately-owned retirement village owners, operators and developers in Australia. Our portfolio is comprised of unique retirement communities located across New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia.

In recent years, we have cultivated our development expertise, extended several existing communities and are planning and developing new purpose-built communities in areas with high demand for quality senior living. 

ABOUT THE POSITION 
RetireAustralia is seeking a talented and dedicated cook to join our passionate team at The Verge – Burleigh Retirement Village & Care Hub on a part-time basis. As our inhouse cook, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional cooking services to our residents, ensuring they enjoy delicious and nutritious meals while adhering to the highest standards of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HS&E) policies and procedures.

• Part time position 15-20 hours per week - Aged Care Award Level 3 - $29.76 per hour
• Cooking for 10 elderly residents in our Care Hub – catering for special requirements
• Brand new kitchen & facilities – Rewarding position and Great team

Please use a short cover letter to tell us why this Part Time position is perfect for you!

Reporting to the Village Manager, you will also be responsible for:

• Assisting in the control and monitoring of stock take, food orders, and costing for an efficient kitchen operation.
• Maintaining and managing food handling regulations.
• Planning and preparing food for events and special functions within the village.
• Ensuring privacy and confidential policies are adhere to strictly and information regarding our residents will only be provided to external parties by management.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA 
As part of the application process, you will be required to provide a National Police Check, proof of right to work in Australia, participate in pre-employment assessment, verification of identification and qualifications. Additionally, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in a similar role.
• Experience in preparation of nutritionally adequate and appropriate meals specific to a range of special requirements for elderly residents.
• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery/formal Chef/Cook training.
• Current Food Handling Certificate.
• National Police Check (or ability to obtain).
• First Aid & CPR Certificate (or ability to obtain).
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol test.

To take the next step in your career click 'APPLY NOW' to complete our online application. Applications will be considered as they are received, and only those who are successful will be contacted.