Cook Opportunities | Aged Care
Annual salary $63,000 – $80,000 + Super + penalties- dependent on the grade
- QLD Australia- Metro & Regional Locations
- Homes include : Aspley, Ayr, Birkdale, Bulimba, Caboolture, Camp Hill, Chelmer, Ferny Grove, Gatton, Greenbank, Holland Park, Home Hill, Kirwan, Kuluin, Lodges on George, Lutwyche, Magnolia, Maroochydore, Redlynch, Salisbury, Sandgate Griffith, Sandgate Lucinda, Sandgate Musgrave, Sippy Downs, The Gap, Whitfield, Wynnum, Yeronga
Link for more information : https : / / www.regis.com.au / aged-care-facilities / locations /
Full time roleDevelop your Cooking career with a leading Aged Care providerWork for a values driven organisationFood is an immense pleasure, and this role will support us in ensuring that Regis meals create joy in the daily lives of our residents.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years experience working in commercial catering or Aged Care and someone that is passionate about assisting our residents with their daily needs.
About the role
The Cook will assist the Chef with the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Food Safety program and the preparation, cooking and provision of quality food and beverages to meet the resident’s needs and preferences. This position may also require manual handling tasks to be performed that include, but are not limited to, transferring (lift, lower, carry, push, pull, slide), using equipment used for carrying objects and for manual handling of people.
The Cook is required to model and actively support both the Regis value proposition of Living with Support and the Regis values of Optimism, Passion, Integrity and Respect.
You will be responsible for supervision and delivery of premium meal service including menu planning, catering, infrastructure management, ordering, quality service delivery, service delivery improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for the correct and hygienic preparation and serving of food.Responsible for maintaining and facilitating clean and hygienic work practices.Responsible for the correct and attractive presentation of meals, enhancing them with garnishes, gravies and sauces.Contribute to the exceptional taste of meals by preparing, cooking and seasoning meals to residents’ satisfaction.Comply with the Food Act by being involved in the development and the ongoing maintenance of the food safety plan.Follow correct food safety procedures and processes to properly cook food, and regulate cooking temperatures by monitoring and adjusting temperatures of ovens, stovetops and other cooking appliances.Prevent cross-contamination and properly prepare food to meet special dietary requirements, such as gluten and dairy intolerances, allergies and preferences.Inspect food upon delivery to determine quality and freshness ensuring residents only receive high standard meals. This involves ensuring the food is stored at the correct temperatures and routinely monitoring changes in temperatures. Any issues are promptly reported to the Chef or Chef Manager.Liaise with Assist the Chef and / or Chef Manager to liaise with, residents and significant others for menu planning, food preparation and special occasions.Contributes to menu planning to meet resident's dietary needs and preferences.Preparation, serving, presentation, and delivery of food and refreshments in accordance with the Food Safety Program. (FSP)Washing dishes and cleaning in accordance with the Food Safety Program.Assist in the monitoring and recording requirements of the FSP for example, recording temperatures, cleaning schedule completion and receipt of goods.Reports and assists in the follow up of customer complaints and Improvement Request Forms for food services.Undertake compulsory education and training requirements with regard to chemical handling, customer service, fire safety, Food safe program, hand washing competency, manual handling competency, mandatory reporting of abuse and emergency training.Identify and manage risk - OH&S, Risk Managmenet, Quality / Compliance, SafetyWhat you will bring :
Two years of Full time experience within Aged Care is preferred or broader catering experience from commercial catering in high volume is desired.Understand the impact of food cost management.Proactive approach to continuous improvementTrade Qualifications and experience and understanding of special dietary needs.Strong personal presentation and grooming skillsFood Safety legislation knowledge is required.Our Benefits & Culture
Regis is proud to be an EEO employer. We support an inclusive approach in the workplace. We celebrate our diversity and welcome all staff regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity and lifestyle choices. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
As a Regis employee, benefits you'll be able to take advantage of including :
Discounts and benefits at selected retail outlets, department stores, cinemas, health insurance, gym memberships, restaurants and more.Vehicle financing through salary packaging, novated leasing and super contributions.Appreciation programs and events such as employee of the moment, wall of thanks, national awards of excellence and team events.To Apply
If this sounds like the role you are looking for in your next step of career, we would like to hear from you.
Employment with Regis is subject to satisfactory background checks which include Professional References, NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, current year flu and full COVID-19 vaccinations (3-dose)