Cook – Residential Aged Care Home

About the role

Mercy Health is seeking an experienced, passionate Cook to join the hospitality team at its Residential Aged Care Home in Woodspoint, Yarrawonga, VIC. The role prepares nutritious, high-quality meals that meet the dietary needs of residents. It is a permanent part-time position, 7:30am to 3:30pm Monday to Wednesday.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to aged care dietary requirements, menu plans and resident preferences.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic and organised kitchen in line with food safety standards.
• Ensure special diets (texture-modified, diabetic, allergen-free) are accurately prepared and served.
• Store food in temperature-controlled facilities.
• Collaborate with dietitians and facility staff to ensure meal quality and compliance with care plans.
• Supervise and mentor kitchen assistants or food service staff when required.
• Participate in stock ordering, rotation, menu planning and waste management.

Required profile

• Relevant qualification as a Cook (minimum requirement, Certificate 3 or 4 in Commercial Cookery).
• Prior experience as a Cook in aged care settings.
• Compassionate, flexible and positive approach to resident care and management.
• Ability to build friendly, respectful relationships and work collaboratively.
• Evidence of, or progress toward, a Police Check or NDIS.