Chef/Cook
Job No:IGACC260805 Location:Buderim
Join Our Immanuel Gardens Aged CareTeam as a Chef/Cook - Create meals that matter!Location: Buderim, Sunshine coast- QLD
Remuneration: $31.11 - $31.43 ph + (25% loading for casual role) + Super + Salary Packaging + Access to staff discounts & benefits.
Role Type: Casual & 6-week PPT contract position positions
Roster: Monday to Thursday & Sunday | Mix of 6 am–2 pm & 10 am–6 pm shifts
AtLutheran Services, we believe that food is more than just nourishment, it's a source of comfort, connection, and joy. We are seeking a qualified and passionate Chef/Cook to be part of a team creating high-quality, nutritious meals that meet the dietary needs of our aged care residents.
Your Role – More Than Just Cooking:
* Prepares and presents varied, nourishing, and appetizing meals that align with dietary needs and preferences.
* Maintains a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen environment, maintaining hygiene and compliance standards.
* Collaborates with catering staff, residents, and care teams to enhance meal services.
* Work with the Head Chef to fostering a high-performance and team-driven culture.
* Assist with menu planning, budgeting, and stock control.
* Collaborates and innovates with the team to deliver continuous improvement cost-effectiveness and resident satisfaction.
What You Bring to the Table:
* A relevant trade qualification(Cert III or Cert IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent).
* Experience working in acommercial kitchen, ideallyinAged Careor large-scale catering.
* A valid Queensland Driver's Licence.
* Strong leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to mentor and guide staff.
* Knowledge of safe food handling practices and WHS compliance.
* Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
Why Choose Us?
* Salary PackagingBenefits:take home more pay (up to $15,900 tax-free + $2,650 meals & entertainment).
* Discounts:on Health Insurance, Energy, IT & Appliances, Travel & More.
* Employee Assistance Programfor wellbeing support.
* Fitness Passport– Stay active with discounted Gym Memberships for you and your family.
* Ongoing Training & Developmentopportunities to grow your career
* Bi-annual chef workshops to provide support through interaction with leaders in the Health Care Industry
About Us:
AtLutheran Services, we believe that aged care is about more than just support, it's about enhancing lives. As anot-for-profit organisation& With 12 residential aged care facilities under our stewardship, we are committed to delivering exceptional care and support across Queensland.Since 1935, we have been serving communities with compassion, innovation, and excellence, providing meaningful experiences that foster independence and joy.
Part ofLutheran Services,Immanuel Gardens Aged Careservice inBuderimis community focused and committed to providing compassionate and high- quality care to our residents.
Apply Now! by completing the application form below and attaching an updated copy of your resume. To view the position description, pleaseclick here
About Us
We draw on our rich Lutheran tradition of caring for everyone - the individual, family and the community. We support older people, young people and their families, people living with a disability or mental illness, and families experiencing domestic violence and hardship.
Together with the congregations that founded us, we've been serving Queenslanders since 1935. We are a not-for-profit organisation with more than 2,200 dedicated people, working across more than 20 sites from South-East to Central Queensland
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27. Which role type are you available for?Casual or 6-week PPT contract (Monday to Thursday & Sunday shifts, Combination of 6:00am–2:00pm and 10:00am–6:00pm shifts) *
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29. 6-week PPT contract position
30. Both Casual and PPT contract
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