Join Mallacoota District Health & Support Service Inc as a Cook on a short-term contract, preparing nutritious, home-style meals for clients attending centre-based meals and recipients of delivered meals. You will help provide meals that support clients' medical, cultural and religious requirements while contributing to a safe, welcoming and well-organised kitchen environment.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare and present nutritious and attractive meals for Planned Activity Group lunches.
- Prepare and provide Meals on Wheels as identified by the Home Care Services Coordinator.
- Develop menu plans in consultation with Planned Activity Group clients and the coordinator.
- Work with volunteers to ensure smooth kitchen processes.
- Ensure food is stored safely and that cleaning, storage and food temperature controls comply with the Food Safety Plan.
- Follow relevant regulations, legislation, occupational health and safety requirements and quality improvement processes.
- Establish and maintain appropriate work patterns and procedures.
- Provide a professional and responsive service to clients, staff, volunteers and visitors.
- Maintain privacy and confidentiality requirements.
- Complete other duties as required by management.
What we're looking for
- Qualifications and/or experience in cooking, including experience preparing meals for large groups.
- Knowledge of dietary requirements for people with special needs.
- Food Safety Handling Certificate or willingness to obtain one.
- Knowledge of food safety legislation and protected food handling practices.
- Current driver's licence.
- First Aid Certificate is preferred.
- Current CPR and Anaphylaxis training.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- A genuine commitment to providing quality service to clients.
- Commitment to occupational health and safety, continuous quality improvement and professional performance.
📌 Cook (Mallacoota)
🏢 Mallacoota District Health and Support Services
📍 Mallacoota
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