Situated in the picturesque township of Tanunda in the heart of the Barossa Valley, Lutheran Homes Barossa is one of the most respected, trusted, and proven regional aged care facilities in South Australia. We not only provide care but enrich the lives of our residents in our 120-bed aged care facility. Only a 30-minute drive from metropolitan towns and suburbs.

Lutheran Homes Barossa is an inclusive not-for-profit organisation working alongside elderly South Australians paving the way as we enrich and celebrate life together. We value diversity and are committed to providing respectful, accessible services

Currently available within our Christian based aged care facility: Cook and Catering staff will ensure a supportive environment where residents are encouraged to express their food preferences and choice, whilst ensuring that food is nutritious and prepared while delivered in alignment with the appropriate standards.

Chef/Cook:

o Coordinated and participated in the preparation of high-quality, nutritious meals in line with Aged Care food service guidelines.

o Demonstrated strong understanding of ordering processes, council audits, and budget management.

o Prepared and managed specialised diets, including supplements and texture-modified meals to meet individual resident needs.

o Conducted and recorded temperature control checks for meals, cool rooms, and freezers to ensure food safety compliance.

o Promoted and maintained high standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen compliance in accordance with regulations.

o Ensured the kitchen environment remains clean, organised, and well maintained, including proper care of all equipment.

Catering Staff:

o Work with Care team to plate and deliver meals,



ensuring familiarity with menus and the needs and preferences of individual residents within the Home are met.

o Ensure environmental service standards are met and maintained, and the resident’s living and dining environment is secure and maintained to a high standard of cleanliness.

o Ensuring that all duties are worked in accordance with the National Food Safety Program at all times including completing food safety records and the prevention of cross contamination.

o Must be familiar with: Diet types – Diet textures - Plating food in an appealing manner.

Essential Criteria:

o Certificate III in Cookery or above for Chef/Cook position.

o Aged care experience favourably looked upon.

o Great communication skills to meet the needs of residents.

o Flexible availability across a seven-day roster on days and afternoons.

o A high level of physical fitness.

o Ability to work cooperatively within a team environment.

o Ability to respect the confidentiality of information relating to Residents.

o Ability to seek and accept advice and assistance when required.

o Operate within the policies and procedures of Lutheran Homes Barossa.

o COVID and Influenza vaccinations highly recommended.

o Intermediate computer literate.

Why work for Lutheran Homes Barossa? Joining us is your opportunity to gain experience with purpose and drive positive impact to our community in a stimulating work environment. We offer salary packaging, career progression, flexible working hours and training and skills development. If you feel you have the right skill set required and would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply now by uploading your resume on ****@tlhome.com

Successful applicants will be required to provide a current National Police Clearance less than 12-month-old and undertake a Pre-Employment Physical Assessment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

📌 Cook and Catering Staff (Tanunda)
🏢 Lutheran Homes Barossa
📍 Tanunda