About the business

We are a supported residential service that caters for clients with varying levels of needs. We embrace a person-centred approach. Our clients and our employees' well-being guide our decision-making. You will enjoy a high level of autonomy and support.

About the role

Your main responsibility is to prepare, cook and serve well-balanced and nourishing meals for our residents. The focus is on simple, home-style meals that take into account our residents' nutrition and dietary needs.

You will also be responsible for ensuring the safety of the kitchen, equipment and storerooms in accordance to the National Food Safety Standard, Food Standards Act 1999 and Workplace Health and Safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

You will be expected to:

• Develop and review a weekly menu, in consultation with the Manager.
• Prepare and serve food in a timely manner.
• Maintain stock levels of all kitchen supplies within an approved budget. This includes ordering, receiving and storing all required stock items including foodstuffs, cleaning products and kitchen equipment.
• Adhere to the Food Safety Standards.
• Manage and guide the staff in the preparation and delivery of meals.

Benefits and perks

This is a rewarding opportunity where you will get to make a difference in the lives of our residents, and see the results. You will be working with people who are friendly, supportive and down to earth. There is room for growth and development.

Skills and experience

You will have:

• Experience working in a similar role.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and/or Certificate in Food Handling
• Current Police Check
• International police checks (if you have lived overseas for more than 12 months in the last 10 years)