Bolton Clarke is Australia's largest independent, not-for-profit aged care provider shaping the future of positive ageing. With RSL Queensland and the Royal District Nursing Service at the heart of our DNA, we have been caring for Australians since ****. Today, our exceptional teams support more than 130,000 people to live independently at home and across our 43 retirement living communities and 87 residential aged care homes. Everything we do is dedicated to enabling, celebrating and supporting older Australians to live and age positively.
About this location:
Heritage Lodge, a 103 bed residential aged care facility located in Murwillumbah in the Tweed Shire, 13km south of the Queensland border. Surrounded by homely comforts and beautiful gardens, we enjoy a close-knit community that feels more like a family.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a dedicated Cook to deliver high-quality food services to our residents while providing kitchen and food preparation support to our Chef. This role is essential in ensuring nutritious, well-presented meals that meet the diverse needs of Residents in our care.
Days 4 shift per fortnight with flexibility to cover leave
Weekend availability essential
Key Responsibilities
Take direction from the Chef and work collaboratively within the kitchen team
Plan, prepare, and present delicious, well-balanced, and nutritious meals for residents
Assist with general food preparation, kitchen duties, and stock control




Purchase and order food supplies and kitchen equipment as required
Ensure all food is prepared, cooked, and served in compliance with relevant legislation and food safety standards
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or higher
A minimum of one year's experience in a commercial kitchen (aged care or hospital experience preferred)
Bulk cooking experience (highly desirable)
Experience preparing texture-modified meals (advantageous)
Solid communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with residents, families, and colleagues
Why Work For Bolton Clarke:
Excellent work/life balance with shifts that suit your personal needs
A caring team environment with strong clinical and allied health support
Career progression and development opportunities
Generous salary packaging and not-for-profit tax benefits - claim up to $18,550 tax free
Private health insurance and gym discounts
An Employee Assistance Program for staff and family
Our commitment to diversity:
At Bolton Clarke we expect our staff to respect and value differences in age, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, intersex status and family or marital status.
Appointment to this position and ongoing employment is subject to your commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion.
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