About Us
Since ****, Respect Aged Care has been a proud not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting older Australians with exceptional care and strong community values.
Our mission is to foster places of belonging where every resident can enjoy a life lived with dignity.
With our head office on the northwest coast of Tasmania, we continue to expand our network of warm, supportive aged care communities across Australia.
About Masters Lodge & the Local Area
Masters Lodge is located in a peaceful and welcoming part of Queensland, offering the ideal balance of community connection and relaxed regional living.
The surrounding area features friendly neighbourhoods, easy access to local shops and cafés, and beautiful outdoor spaces perfect for weekend markets, walking trails, and coastal day trips.
It's a comfortable and affordable place to settle in, with a strong sense of community and a slower pace of life that still keeps you close to essential services and amenities.
Whether you enjoy a quiet lifestyle, access to nature, or supportive local culture, the area surrounding Masters Lodge is a genuinely pleasant place to live and work.
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Weekend Cook to join our Masters Lodge team on a part-time basis.
Working under the guidance of the Chef Supervisor, you will prepare, cook, and serve nutritious and appealing in-house meals for our residents in accordance with our Food Safety Program.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Assist with the daily preparation, provision, and presentation of high-quality meals and beverages that residents enjoy.
Support the preparation of special dietary requirements as directed by dieticians, speech therapists, or clinical staff.
Report stock requirements to the Chef Supervisor to ensure timely ordering of supplies.
Contribute to documenting, communicating, and implementing all aspects of the Food Safety Program.
Promote a clean, organised, and safe working environment, following safe work practices at all times.
Manage your daily tasks professionally and efficiently, both independently and under supervision.
Perform any additional duties within your skill set as directed by the organisation.
Essential Requirements
Food Handling Course.
Relevant qualification (e.g., Certificate III in Hospitality – Commercial Cookery).
Current National Police Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
Experience in residential aged care.
Hospitality experience.
Ability to meet Aged Care Worker Screening requirements.
We Offer
Competitive salary and entitlements.
Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits.
Meaningful and rewarding work in a purpose-led organisation.
Stable long-term employment in a recession-proof sector.
Supportive, positive workplace culture.
Ongoing learning, development, and career growth opportunities.
Our Purpose
To care for the elderly in our communities in an environment where they feel respected, valued, and that they truly belong.
Our Values
Respect – Treat all people with fairness and dignityCare – Look after and protect the elderly, and one anotherTeamwork – Encourage, cooperate, and build trustCourage – Do the right thing, even when it's difficultIntegrity – Be open, honest, and trustworthyInnovation – Think differently to solve problemsExcellence – Drive quality to continuously improve
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