Description:
- Be part of a committed and vibrant team
- Make a difference and support older people in Gordon
- Permanent Part Time Position
This a permanent Part time position working Mondays to Fridays
The role;
Reporting to the Team Leader – Social and Wellness Centre, you will ensure that nourishing and healthy meals are planned and prepared for clients to a high standard and within budget, adhering to all aspects of health and safety.
As Social & Wellness Centre Cook, your duties will include:
- Ensuring that the food prepared for clients at the Social and Wellness Centre is nutritious, appealing and delicious, and served promptly at the appropriate temperature according to the AAH Food Safety Plan
- Ensuring centre menus are developed and well planned, based on our Rhythm of Life principles and the requirements of the clients attending the Centre each day.
- Working with the Team Leader to ensure only the highest quality food is ordered and received according to AAH Food Safety Plan.
- Ensures that food safety, health, hygiene and cleanliness standards set by Anglicare and the relevant health authorities are maintained, HACCP systems are up-to-date and training is undertaken as required
- Creating a hygienic work environment by Cleaning and sanitising all equipment, floors and work areas, removing waste from work areas and surrounds into bins.
- Maintaining optimum food quality by checking ingredients, preparation, cooking and storage procedures, and making suggestions aimed at improving food quality, work practices, procedures, and cleanliness standards.
- Contributes to the effectiveness of the whole team by working in a cooperative way, reporting in a timely manner any safety, equipment and personnel issues to the Team Leader.
Criteria:
- TAFE Statement of Attainment in Food Handling Supervision essential
- Cert II in Kitchen Operations highly desirable
- Cert IV in Commercial Cookery desirable
- Demonstrated experience in cooking for large groups of aged/childcare centres desirable
- Fully vaccinated for Covid-19
What we offer;
• A passionate and supportive team. People who join our team deliver through their skills and experience but, above all, they live and breathe our values.
• Service oriented. We are a dynamic and collaborative team focused on providing dynamic and engaging marketing solutions, while at the same time lifting brand strategy across our business.
• We offer benefits which include tax-free salary packaging, rewards and recognition program, and development programs.
About us:
For over 160 years Anglicare has been serving people in need- providing care to older people and services to the vulnerable. We began because of people like you, people who saw a need in the community and who were compelled to make a difference. People motivated by Christian love and a passion to serve.
Combining our resources and expertise enables us to work even more effectively to meet changing needs as we reach and serve more people at all stages of life.
To find out more please visit: www.anglicare.org.au.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
Anglicare - Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched and communities strengthened.
Anglicare is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and has zero tolerance of child abuse.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. Closing Date is subject to change without notice.