Culinary Specialist
Role Overview:
Deliver high-quality meals tailored to residents' dietary needs, preferences and health requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Prepare and cook a variety of meals including main dishes, soups, sandwiches, salads and AM/PM teas in line with the menu.
2. Apply basic cooking methods such as baking, frying and steaming.
3. Prepare and serve nutritious, appetizing meals that meet the dietary needs of our residents.
4. Engage with residents to understand and cater to their individual dietary preferences and requirements.
5. Manage special diets including texture-modified meals following best-practice standards.
6. Participate in menu planning to ensure meals align with Australian dietary guidelines for older adults.
7. Ensure strict compliance with food safety standards and all relevant regulatory requirements.
8. Collaborate effectively with the catering team to deliver safe consistent and high-quality food services.
9. Maintain a clean and hygienic work area at all times.
10. Monitor and manage food costs to ensure operations remain within budget.
What You'll Bring:
* Certificate III in Commercial Cookery desirable but not essential.
* Ability to work collaboratively with the team and engage positively with residents.
* Compassion and Empathy.
* Unlimited working rights in Australia mandatory.
* Hospitality experience in an aged care setting or fast-paced environment.
* Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
* Understanding of resident rights aged care accreditation standards and outcomes highly regarded but not essential.
Benefits:
* $ - $ per hour based on exp + penalties + 12% superannuation + 17.5% leave loading.
* NFP salary packaging options of up to $ tax-free plus $ meals & entertainment card.
* An employee assistance program for you and your immediate family with 24/7 access to a range of benefits with Telus Health.
* On-site online professional development and program opportunities.
* Be part of a rewarding not-for-profit organisation with award-winning culture programs.
Additional Information:
* Referrals increase your chances of interviewing by 2x.
* Eligibility and Qualifications Seniority level Not applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Management and manufacturing Industries Nursing homes and residential care facilities.