$39.76 - $41.34 + super + $15,900 salary packaging
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of older persons and persons with a disability? selectability is seeking a dedicated and dynamic assistant cook to assist the head cook in the delivery of our current services in Aurukun. This casual role can be FIFO working a roster of 6 weeks onsite and 2 weeks offsite with meals, accommodation and travel costs covered by selectability, or if living locally, a 5 days on/2 days off roster can be accommodated.
In this rewarding role, you\'ll assist in the preparation of nutritious and delicious meals that support the health and well-being of older persons and persons with a disability, ensuring their dietary needs are met with care and creativity.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- assist in preparing and cooking meals according to the aged care menu plan and individual dietary requirements (e.g. diabetic, texture-modified, allergen-free)
- support the head cook in maintaining food safety and hygiene standards in compliance with relevant aged care and food handling regulations
- help with plating and portioning of meals to ensure presentation and nutritional guidelines are met
- assist in the cleaning and sanitisation of kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas
- receive and store food supplies, checking for quality and proper stock rotation
- monitor and report any issues with food quality, kitchen equipment, or meal satisfaction
- collaborate with care staff to ensure older persons food preferences and dietary needs are communicated and met
- contribute to a respectful and supportive dining experience for older persons
About you
To be successful you must:
- work efficiently under pressure while maintaining professionalism
- assist to prepare and serve nutritious meals for older persons and persons with a disability, considering their dietary requirements and preferences
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- ability to communicate clearly and effectively
- support and respect diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds
Role requirements
- certificate in cooking or hospitality
- experience in kitchen or food service environment
- food hygiene/food handlers certificate (highly desirable)
- previous experience working in FIFO hospitality industry (desirable)
- current nationally recognised first aid & CPR certificate
- a current minimum P1 "C" class Queensland drivers licence
- a current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or the ability to obtain)
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module \'Quality, Safety & You\' completion certificate
About the offer
We offer a range of benefits including:
- generous above award wages + super
- up to $15,900 FBT salary packaging benefits
- 50% discounted training via our RTO
- access to fitness passport
- flexible working arrangements
- career pathways and opportunities for development
- employee assistance program offering confidential counselling support for employees
Applying
If this sounds like you, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your skills, salary expectations, experience and why you are the best person for this role.
selectability is a not-for-profit charity with a primary focus of improvingmental wellbeing and contributing to suicide prevention across regionalQueensland.
We believe everyone has the right to access high-quality supports locally and have recently expanded our services to include child safety, and residential aged care in the Lower Gulf.
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📌 Assistant Cook
🏢 selectability
📍 Townsville