Are you a passionate Cook who enjoys being part of a hard-working team in a busy kitchen environment? If working with food, great people and making a positive contribution to the wellbeing of Senior Australians sounds up your street, then read on to find out more about being a Cook at Seasons.

About the Role

As a Cook within a Seasons Living community, you will efficiently deliver all catered events under the guidance of the Chef, whilst providing effective leadership of the kitchen staff.

Core Responsibilities

• Supervise, coordinate and monitor activities of workers engaged in food preparation.
• Monitor all menu and food production to ensure presentation, quality product and service are established and adhered to.
• In conjunction with the Chef, prepare, cook and serve food according to dietary, nutritional and cultural needs.
• Maintain and monitor company Food Safety Program.
• Monitoring of policies and procedures ensuring the kitchen maintains the standards required by the various regulatory bodies are adhered to.
• Train staff as required in the correct use of kitchen equipment, standards and procedures to ensure safe food handling.
• Assist chef to plan, coordinate, budget and purchase for all food operations.
• Inspect supplies, equipment and work areas to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Assist with cleaning/kitchen housekeeping duties as may be required.

Top Skills

• Maintain a positive and motivated work ethic in the kitchen at all times.
• Understanding of the unique needs and risks involved in catering for people with low immunity condition.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Community Care Common Standards and Residents Rights and Responsibilities.
• Basic computer skills.
• Interest in ongoing personal and professional development.
• Empathy for and a desire to work with the aged.
• Flexibility with hours when workload demands.

About You

• Communication: Positive, open communication and strong team ethic.
• Level-headed: Ability to maintain calm in a pressured environment.
• Efficient: Ability to work quickly and safely.
• Organised: Logical and systematic approach to navigating a busy kitchen.
• Personal Attributes: Positive, reliable, honest, attention to detail, hard-working

Express Your Interest

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, leave your details below to express your interest in a career at Seasons, and we’ll be in touch in the near future!