About usAssisi Aged Care (Assisi) is a not for profit provider of high-quality aged care services in the Rosanna area, serving the Italian aged community, and committed to creating a warm, safe and supportive environment for our residents.
We believe that aged care should prioritise dignity, respect, independence and quality of life.
Our team is passionate about delivering person-centred care and creating meaningful experiences for the people in our community.
We are proud of our team-oriented culture and our commitment to supporting the wellbeing of both our residents and our staff.
At Assisi, every team member plays a vital role in making our community a place where residents can thrive.About the roleWe are seeking an experienced and compassionate Cook to join our culinary team on a permanent part-time basis in Rosanna, VIC on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7.00am to 3.00pm (30 hours per f/n).
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents by preparing nutritious, delicious and specialised meals tailored to their dietary and health requirements.
You will be responsible for creating an exceptional dining experience that supports the wellbeing and quality of life of our aged care community, working within our modern kitchen facilities to deliver meals that meet the highest standards of nutrition, hygiene and presentation.
There is also an opportunity to supplement your part time role to work as a Kitchen Hand on Mondays,



Fridays and Saturdays on a 3 month limited tenure basis to cover an existing worker during a period of leave (an additional 45 hours per f/n).
Key responsibilitiesPrepare and cook a variety of meals according to approved menus, ensuring meals are nutritious, appetising and tailored to individual dietary requirements and preferencesManage specialised diets including soft, pureed, diabetic, low-sodium and allergen-free meals to support residents' health needsMaintain rigorous kitchen hygiene and food safety standards in accordance with health regulations and Assisi Aged Care policiesEnsure all food storage, preparation and cooking practices comply with food safety regulationsLiaise with nursing and care staff to understand and accommodate residents' individual dietary needs and any changes to their requirementsManage kitchen stock levels, monitor inventory and assist with food ordering as requiredContribute to meal planning discussions to ensure variety, nutritional balance and resident satisfactionMaintain a clean,



organised and safe working workplace throughout the kitchenSupport the wider aged care team by communicating effectively about meal service times and special dietary considerationsWhat we're looking forRecognised RTO or trade qualification in commercial cookery or hospitality (or equivalent)Proven experience as a cook in a healthcare, aged care, hospitality or institutional food service settingComprehensive knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards, including current food handling certification to supervisor levelUnderstanding of dietary requirements for older adults and experience in adapting meals for specialised dietsAbility to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team including nurses, carers and activities staffStrong organisational and time management skills with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environmentExcellent attention to detail and commitment to quality in food preparationA genuine compassion for aged care residents and commitment to enhancing their dining experienceA satisfactory police check is a regulatory requirement.First Aid certification or willingness to obtain is advantageousAbility to speak Italian (highly regarded)What we offerAssisi Aged Care is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where our team members are valued and supported to do their best work.A respectful and collaborative team environment where you can make a real difference in residents' livesOngoing training and professional development opportunities in aged care and culinary practiceAccess to generous salary packaging arrangements supported by the ATO for eligible not for profit organisationsFree parking on-siteAccess to employee assistance programs and wellbeing initiatives
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📌 Cook (Aged Care) (Victoria)
🏢 Assisi Centre Aged Care
📍 Victoria