Casual Cook – Aged Care Facility

About the role

Aegis Aged Care is looking for a casual cook for its Aegis The Pines facility, which houses 78 residents in a Mediterranean-style setting near Ellenbrook, with high and low care accommodation and specialist dementia care. The cook works under the direction and support of the Chef Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Organise kitchen staff for the preparation and serving of meals
• Prepare residents' meals according to dietary plans and menus
• Manage receipt of stores and food storage in line with regulations
• Ensure correct food handling techniques are always followed

Required profile

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)
• Experience preparing food for a large number of people
• Aged care experience highly regarded
• Ability to supervise, organise and guide staff to deliver high-quality catering
• Availability and flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Full Australian working rights and ability to pass a national police clearance

What we offer

• Paid orientation program
• Competitive rate of pay
• Ongoing training and opportunities for development and career growth