This is a Cook role with Apollo Care Alliance based in Kempsey, NSW, AU
== Apollo Care Alliance ==

Role Seniority - junior, mid level

More about the Cook role at Apollo Care Alliance

What’s in it for you?

Competitive Compensation: Competitive hourly rate + 12% Superannuation + penalties Not for Profit Salary Packaging: Options of up to $15,900 Tax-Free + Meals & Entertainment – https://nationalsalarypackaging.com.au/ Employee Support: An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family. With 24/7 access to a range of benefits Career Development: Nurture your professional growth through Onsite & Online professional development programs, providing pathways for advancement within our organisation Care Friends: Refer friends, earn points, and turn them into cash. It’s our way of saying thank you for bringing great people on board! Award-Winning Culture: Be part of a team that values excellence and is recognised for its award-winning culture program

Who we are:

At Vincent Court we aim to provide the highest quality residential aged care in environments that are rich with the senses of home.

At the heart of our offering is a deep commitment to a resident first approach. Maintaining safety and quality in everything we do, promoting working together to achieve together, by using our resources wisely.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Cook who is passionate about a person-centred approach to care, to join our Catering Team on a casual basis.

Reporting to the Residential Service Manager, the Cook is responsible for providing a nutritious, appetising, and wide-ranging menu for residents that enhances their quality of life. This menu is nutritionally sound, is aligned to residents' individual medical and other needs and preferences, the Aged Care Quality standards, regulatory requirements and is delivered within budget.

What You Will Do

Manage all aspects of the Kitchen section, including to train,



lead and inspire the Kitchen team to ensure a highly skilled, well organised and motivated team. Have creative input into seasonal menu development Oversee the day to day implementation of the Food Safety Program within all areas under control. Ensure food safety standards, preparation, presentation and cooking techniques are established, monitored and maintained to meet current Food Concept guidelines Delivery of food is executed in a timely manner Undertake ordering of stock for all kitchen areas needs, ensuring orders across sections are condensed to reduce excessive stock, and par stock levels are maintained

Who are you and what will you bring:

At least 1-2 years’ experience as a Cook in a residential aged care setting Completed Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (desirable) Completed Food Safety Supervisor Course (desirable or willing to obtain) Excellent communication skills (written, verbal & interpersonal) Hold and maintain NDIS Worker Check (or willing to obtain)

Interested? We would love to hear from you!

To learn more about us visit: https://vincentcourt.org.au/ or email [email protected].

Thank you for your consideration. We look forward to hearing from you.

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted applicants selected for interview will be contacted **

Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Apollo Care Alliance team will be there to support your growth.

Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined

Key Responsibilities

- ‍ Managing kitchen operations
- Menu planning
- Ensuring food safety

Key Strengths

- ️ Food safety standards
- Menu development
- ‍ Team leadership
- Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
- Food Safety Supervisor Course
- Excellent communication skills

A Final Note: This is a role with Apollo Care Alliance not with Hatch.

📌 Cook (Kempsey)
🏢 Apollo Care Alliance
📍 Kempsey