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Cook / Kitchen HandAlzheimer's Queensland • Upper Mount Gravatt, QLD, AU
Cook / Kitchen Hand

Cook / Kitchen Hand

Alzheimer's Queensland • Upper Mount Gravatt, QLD, AU
26 days ago
Job description

Cook / Kitchen Hand | Upper Mount Gravatt | Casual

Alzheimer's Queensland (AQ) is one of Queensland's leading not-for-profit organisations helping maintain the quality of life with people diagnosed with dementia and their caregivers. We pride ourselves on being innovative and exceeding our clients' and residents' expectations - so that people with dementia, the frail aged and their families benefit.

A position has become available for an experienced Cook/ Kitchen Hand to join our 60 bed facility at Garden City Aged Care Services in Upper Mt Gravatt.

You will contribute to an efficient team providing quality meals, excellent presentation and prompt service for our residents. In addition, you will have the important task of maintaining high level hygiene in the kitchen and dining areas.

About This Opportunity

Alzheimer’s Queensland (AQ) is seeking an experienced Cook to join our team at Garden City Aged Care on a casual basis.

This role is suited to someone confident working in a fast-paced kitchen, preparing meals at scale while meeting dietary requirements specific to aged care. You will play a key role in delivering consistent, high-quality meals that support residents’ health, wellbeing, and daily routine.

Shift Times: 5:00am – 1:00pm and 11:00am – 7:00pm.
Availability: Every second weekend and flexibility to cover weekday shifts as required.

Salary: Competitive hourly rate + 12% superannuation + salary packaging.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook homestyle meals in line with planned menus.
  • Ensure meals meet dietary requirements including texture-modified diets.
  • Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and presentation.
  • Support meal service and ensure timely delivery to residents.
  • Work collaboratively with kitchen and care teams.

About You

  • Must have full Australian working rights with no restrictions.
  • Not suitable for applicants with limited working hours or visa restrictions.
  • Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or minimum 3 years’ experience.
  • Experience in aged care, healthcare, or high-volume kitchens (Desireable)
  • Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
  • Ability to prepare meals for diverse dietary requirements.
  • Reliable, organised, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must be available for early morning, afternoon, and weekday shifts.
  • National Police Check and current vaccinations.

Want to Apply?

Submit your application via our website, including your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

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About Us

We have over 500 specialist staff who work alongside our community and residential clients. Our philosophy of care creates a good work culture that not only benefits our staff, but benefits our clients and residents. We focus on supporting and enabling our clients that results in quality time being spent with them and not just focusing on tasks.

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