Buckland is a quality provider of Aged Care services situated in Springwood in the Lower Blue Mountains NSW. We are a well-established non-for-profit organisation and are well respected in our community.
Currently we are seeking a highly motivated Kitchen Assistant - Cook to join our team on a part-time basis. This position will include both weekday and weekend work.
Your responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:
1. Assist in the preparation of food and serving of meals
2. Cleaning and sanitising all food preparation areas according to standards of WHS and hygiene standards
3. General kitchen cleaning and sanitising according to daily cleaning schedule
4. Promptly transferring meal ingredients from storage areas to kitchen area
5. Completing required documentation and reporting
6. Adhering to WHS requirements including the safe storage and use of chemicals and equipment
Our ideal candidate will possess the following:
1. A commitment to creating high-quality, nutritious meals that cater to the specific needs of older individuals
2. Extensive experience working in commercial kitchens
3. Strong leadership skills and experience leading a team
4. Strong organisational and time management skills
5. Proactive, flexible and able to show initiative
6. Able to work effectively as part of a team
7. Own transport or live locally
8. Full Australian Working rights
9. Completed a food handling certificate or Hospitality qualification
10. Knowledge of safe food handling principles and how to create a safe working environment
11. Flexible and willing to undertake a wide variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment
12. Understanding of the need for privacy and confidentiality
Please Note: The GSO Department covers cleaning, kitchen & laundry. All GSO staff may be required to train & work in all areas as needed by the Facility.
What we offer at Buckland:
1. Salary sacrifice options available
2. Employee Assistance Program
3. A great working environment with supportive management
4. On-going learning and development opportunities
This is the opportunity you have been waiting for. We can’t wait to hear from you!
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