Food Services Cook - Aged Care

About the role

Respect, the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia, is hiring a Food Services Cook for its Lyrebird Village facility. Working within a hospitality team, you will prepare nutritious, high-quality meals that support the health and wellbeing of residents, while meeting food safety and dietary requirements. The position is full-time.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious meals according to planned menus and dietary requirements
• Present meals to a high standard and serve them on time
• Maintain safe food handling practices in line with food safety standards
• Assist with menu planning and special dietary needs, such as texture-modified diets
• Support stock control, ordering and minimising food waste
• Keep the kitchen clean and organised
• Work with the care team to meet resident needs

Required profile

• Previous cooking experience, ideally in aged care, healthcare or hospitality
• Knowledge of food safety standards and safe food handling
• Understanding of special diets and texture-modified meals (desirable)
• Food Safety Certificate, or willingness to obtain one
• Valid Police Check, or willingness to obtain one
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including weekends

Required skills

• Time management and organisational skills
• Team-focused attitude and excellent communication skills
• Genuine passion for supporting older Australians

What we offer

• Salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year for living expenses, bills, rent, mortgage and groceries, plus $2,650 for meals out or holiday accommodation
• Training and development pathways
• Onsite supportive leaders and a friendly workplace
• Opportunity to build a long-term career in aged care

Selectors start immediately, so late applications may be excluded; candidates are asked to apply through the employer's application process.