Cook
The United Protestant Association of NSW Limited ("UPA") is a values-driven non-profit care organisation serving local communities throughout NSW, with a vision of always ensuring we have "our people by our side". With a staff complement of 1400 and a turnover in excess of $100M, UPA is a non‐profit Company limited by guarantee.
Our services include:
* Residential Aged Care
* Home Care Services
* Retirement Villages
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Cook to join our team at Murray Vale Shalem.
* Knowledge and experience in working to the compliance of the Food Safety Standards to HACCP level
* Strong time management and communication skills
* Understanding of residents rights, person‐centred care and dignity of risk
* Ability to manage change efficiently and effectively
* Ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & Outlook)
* Certificate III & IV in Commercial Cookery/Hospitality
* Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
* Understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards and Special Dietary needs
* Experience in Aged Care desirable
* Current First Aid Certificate desirable
* Excellent communication skills
* Team player who is highly motivated
* Availability to work weekend shifts
Benefits and perks
* Competitive remuneration including eligibility for not‐for‐profit salary packaging options for permanent employees (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits, tax free)
* $33–$36 per hour base salary. Note, the rate you are offered within this salary range is dependent on your skills, qualification, and level of experience.
* Access to a Wellness Program
* Employee Assistance Program
* Supportive and friendly work environment
* Work/life balance and flexible working arrangements available
* Workplace education and support provided
* Opportunity to make a real difference to your community and the lives of those in need
Pre‐employment screening
The successful candidate is required to have completed/have a willingness to undertake the following:-
* Vaccinated in accordance with UPA's Immunisation and Vaccination Policy (including proof of the required doses of a TGA approved COVID‐19 vaccine and annual influenza)
* Undertake a National Criminal History Check
* Pre‐Employment Medical Assessment
Appointment is subject to satisfactory of all pre‐employment checks.
EEO Statement
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA's Talent Team at recruitment@upa.org.au.
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