• Permanent part-time role with salary packaging benefits
• Prepare nutritious meals meeting aged care dietary needs
• Salary packaging up to $18,549 p.a. tax free plus generous leave

Cook – Fassifern Aged Care Service
Boonah, Permanent Part-Time Opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Cook to join our caring and dedicated team at Fassifern Aged Care Service. In this rewarding role, you will play an important part in creating high-quality, nutritious meals that bring joy to our residents, many of whom have special dietary needs.

This position is 75 hours per fortnight, with shifts scheduled from 6:30am to 2:30pm.

About the Role

As our Cook, you will:

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes with precision, creativity, and attention to dietary requirements
• Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment in line with cleaning and infection-control standards
• Keep accurate records of key kitchen and stock data
• Liaise with supervisors and suppliers regarding stock control and ordering
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations
• Contribute ideas for menu development and special events

What You will Bring

You are someone who enjoys working with the elderly and understands the impact good food can have on wellbeing. Your excellent time-management skills, reliability, and commitment to safe food practices make you a valuable addition to our team.

You will also bring:

• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial food preparation, cooking processes, and a strong knowledge of food hygiene. 
• At least one year’s experience as a commercial cook
• Strong understanding of food safety legislation, texture-modified diets, and special dietary needs
• Experience in the aged care sector (highly regarded)
• A genuine alignment with our values of Integrity, Compassion, Excellence and Courage

About Us

We are one of Australia’s largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with over 140 years of care and compassion at the heart of our mission. As a faith-based organisation, we deliver holistic support across aged care, family services, community housing, retirement living, and home care throughout Queensland and Victoria.

Employee Benefits

As part of our team, you will enjoy:

• Salary packaging up to $18,549 p.a. tax free ($15,900 on everyday expenses and $2,649 on meals/entertainment)
• 5 weeks of annual leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
• Access to a range of retail discounts

Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Now!

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We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all our positions.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.