About Us
Bolton Clarke is Australia's largest independent, not‑for‑profit aged care provider shaping the future of positive ageing. With RSL Queensland and the Royal District Nursing Service at the heart of our DNA, we have been caring for Australians since 1885. Our teams support more than 130,000 people to live independently at home and across 43 retirement living communities and 88 residential aged care homes. We are dedicated to enabling, celebrating and supporting older Australians to live and age positively.
The Location
Welcome to Caboolture's heart of aged care. Supporting the local Caboolture community for over 70 years, Fernhill maintains the highest standards of safety, governance and oversight while providing residents with truly considered, contemporary aged care.
The Job
* Prepare ingredients for cooking where applicable.
* Prepare food items that don't require cooking (e.g., sandwiches and salads).
* Engage in a variety of trade‑level activities such as cooking, baking, butchering, pastry cooking and/or setting up an on‑site kitchen.
* Reheat food as required to prepare meals; freeze and preserve foods where appropriate.
* Portion, present and serve food and beverages to customers.
* Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements.
* Use and maintain all kitchen equipment in an appropriate manner.
* Communicate with all staff, residents and visitors in a professional and customer‑focused manner.
* Report practices that may breach legislation, policies and procedures relating to safety and hygiene, or Bolton Clarke policies that may impact on service delivery or customers.
To be successful
* Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or higher.
* Demonstrated minimum 1 year experience in a commercial kitchen within aged care or hospital (preferable).
* Bulk cooking experience highly desirable.
* Experience with texture‑modified food advantageous.
* Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families and co‑workers.
Benefits
* Generous salary packaging and not‑for‑profit tax benefits – claim up to $15,900 tax‑free plus an additional $2,650 in entertainment per year.
* Employee Assistance Program for staff and family.
* Career progression and development opportunities.
* Work culture that values diversity and inclusion.
* Free annual flu vaccinations.
* Mental health programmes (EAP).
Compliance Stage Requirements
* Valid working rights in Australia (passport, birth certificate, etc.).
* Police check and background checks, references.
* Qualifications / certificates.
Job Details
Senior‑level: Entry level
Employment type: Temporary
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
If this sounds like your next career move, please apply.
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