About the business

SummitCare today is proud to operate 9 homes across Sydney and Newcastle. Our purpose is to enhance wellbeing and belonging for every person, every day. Partnering with our vision to be the most trusted and creative provider of residential aged care. SummitCare is qualified, respectful and supportive in caring for our aged community as if they were our own family.

About the role

We are seeking a motivated, creative, and customer-focused Cook to join our catering team at Wallsend. This is a casual role focusing on AM shifts, with occasional weekend availability required.

As the Cook, you will report to the Manager, Accommodation and Services and be responsible for the day to day preparation, delivery and service of delicious and nutritionally appropriate meals that reflect customer choice.

Your key responsibilities will include but not limited to:
Food preparation, service, delivery and collection
Ensuring the Food Safety Program is followed and records kept up to date
Adhering to Speech Pathology recommendations
Storage and Inventory Management
Maintenance and cleanliness of the kitchen & service area
Organising Kitchen equipment maintenance
Ensuring effective communication with all stakeholders




Providing good customer service and managing feedback in line with SummitCare’s Feedback system

To be successful in this role, you will have:
A current Criminal Record Check
Completed a Certificate III or IV in Hospitality / Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification
Minimum two (2) years' experience in a Cook role within Aged Care / Commercial kitchen workplace
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively ensuring cultural sensitivity is respected
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of current HACCP guidelines
Experience in a wide range of cooking, diet and nutritional requirements
Competent in food preparation & service, cooking and plating, with demonstrated experience cooking for a large group and in sandwich making
Ability to supervise and coordinate catering staff with their daily duties
Demonstrated ability to work within a team and without supervision

Fine Print

For candidates: You must have the right to live and work in Australia to be considered for our roles, and that candidates may be subject to a range of wellbeing checks in the recruitment process.

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