About Us
Shepparton Villages (SRV) is more than a place, it's a community. A leading provider of retirement living and aged care services, with three sites across the Greater Shepparton area, our mission is to provide our residents with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment where they can enjoy their retirement years to the fullest.
We are committed to promoting the health and wellbeing of our residents and employees and strive to create a positive and inclusive workplace culture. As an organisation, we value diversity, respect, and collaboration, and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and contribute to the success of Shepparton Villages.
About The Role
This hands-on Dessert Cook (Production) position is central to supporting the Catering Manager and driving high-volume food production within a fast-paced kitchen environment. The role's primary focus is on large-scale dessert preparation, requiring precision and consistency in following established recipes to maintain quality standards across all output.
In addition to dessert production, the role contributes broadly across the kitchen team. Responsibilities may include general food preparation, vegetable processing, and the delivery of meals and provisions to care facilities. Flexibility and teamwork are essential, as the position also involves stepping into other operational tasks as directed to support smooth daily service.
This is a key opportunity for someone who thrives in a high-output, quality-driven setting and enjoys being part of a collaborative, mission-focused culinary team.
Primary Duties
The position includes, but is not limited to:
* Prepare all bakery items and desserts for residents
* Ensure all items meet menu specifications and quality standards
* Maintain minimal resident complaints regarding desserts and baked goods
* Seek innovative opportunities for improvement
* Maintain accountability for high standards in food service
Secondary Duties (As Directed)
* Participate in general food production tasks
* Assist with vegetable preparation for daily service
* Deliver meals and provisions to care facilities if required
* Carry out additional duties as required with minimal supervision and high standards
Essential Skills And Attributes (selection Criteria)
* Certificate III or IV in commercial cookery
* 5 years of relevant experience in large-scale production
* A good level of communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal)
* Flexibility to work within varying catering roles
* The ability to problem-solve low level complexity issues and to know when it is appropriate to escalate
* Experience in aged care or healthcare settings is desirable.
* Friendly disposition
* Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
* Organised, systematic, and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
* Strong teamwork and leadership abilities aligned with SRV's values.
Benefits & Culture
We value our team and the wonderful work they do. Our staff members enjoy a range of benefits including:
* Generous Salary Packaging option as a not-for-profit organisation to maximise take-home pay.
* Professional development opportunities
* Competitive salary plus superannuation
* A collaborative and supportive workplace culture.
How To Apply
Submit your application (Cover letter and CV) by clicking the below link or via Shepparton Villages Website with a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and your resume. For further information, please find the attached position description.
Shepparton Retirement Villages is committed to workplace equity and diversity and encourages applications from candidates with diverse cultural backgrounds.