Description:
- Location: Oakey QLD
- Casual Opportunity
- Salary Packaging Available
We are seeking an experienced Cook to join our team at our Oakey Facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking meals for our elderly residents in a compassionate, efficient, and safe manner.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, prepare, and cook nutritious meals for our residents, ensuring dietary requirements are met.
- Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment, including storage and handling of food, utensils, and equipment.
- Develop and maintain a positive and collaborative working relationship with other staff members.
- Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as necessary.
- Assist with seasonal menu planning.
About you:
You will have at least 2 years’ experience in a similar role. While previous experience working in a Healthcare setting is desirable, it is not a strict requirement for this role.
Essential:
- Proven experience as a in a similar environment.
- Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
- Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure.
- 2 Recent Managerial Referees
- Police Clearance – we run one for you for free!
- Compassionate and patient with a positive attitude
Advantage
- Qualifications within the hospitality industry
- Safe Food Handling Training
- Chemical Handling certificate
- Previous experience working in the aged care or health sectors
The Company
- McLean Care is a well-respected provider of the highest quality Community, Retirement and Aged Care Lifestyle services.
- McLean Care is a non-for-profit, ethical organisation that recognises the importance of providing person-centred care across all our divisions.
What's in it for you?
- Salary packaging (up to $18,900 net) to increase your take home pay.
- A caring and supportive residential team, that will assist you to excel in your work.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Free Influenza Programs and other Health & Wellbeing Initiatives.
If you are a reliable, passionate, and dedicated cook with a genuine interest in caring for the elderly, we would love to hear from you. Please apply & submit your resume
To be eligible to apply for this position you must be eligible to work in Australia, be willing to undertake a criminal record check and NDIS Check in accordance with the requirements of the Aged Care Act 1997.