The Organisation The United Protestant Association of NSW Limited (“UPA”) is a values-driven non-profit care organisation serving local communities throughout NSW, with a vision of always ensuring we have “our people by our side”. With a staff compliment of 1400 and a turnover in excess of $100M, UPA is a non-profit Company limited by guarantee.

Our services include: -

Residential Aged Care

Home Care Services

Retirement Villages

The Opportunity We are looking for a Cook to join our team at Oolong Hostel.

Knowledge and experience in working to the compliance of the Food Safety Standards to HACCP level

Strong time management and communication skills

Understanding of resident's rights, person-centred care and dignity of risk

Ability to manage change efficiently and effectively

Ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & Outlook)

Certificate III & IV in Commercial Cookery/Hospitality

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards and Special Dietary needs

Experience in Aged Care desirable

Current First Aid Certificate desirable

Excellent communication skills

Team player who is highly motivated

Availability to work weekend shifts

Perks and perks





Competitive remuneration including eligibility for not-for-profit salary packaging options for permanent employees (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits, tax free)

$33 - $36 per hour base salary. Note, the rate you are offered within this salary range is dependent on your skills, qualification, and level of experience.

Access to a Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Supportive and friendly work environment

Work/life balance and flexible working arrangements available

Workplace education and support provided

Opportunity to make a real difference to your community and the lives of those in need

Pre-employment screening The successful candidate is required to have completed/have a willingness to undertake the following: -

Vaccinated in accordance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy. (including proof of the required doses of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine and annual influenza)

Undertake a National Criminal History Check

Pre-Employment Medical Assessment

Appointment is subject to satisfactory of all pre-employment checks.

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA’s Talent Team.

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📌 Senior Cook - Oolong Hostel (Howlong)
🏢 UPA
📍 Howlong