AddressAbout the Company:
Baptcare is a purpose driven and faith-based organisation working across Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia, providing residential and community care for older people and support to children, families, and people with disability, financially disadvantaged people and people seeking asylum.
At Baptcare, our values are deeply rooted in the principles of Wellbeing, Ethics, Co-creating, Accountability, Respect, and Effectiveness. These values guide us in all aspects of our operations and interactions, shaping our corporate culture and driving our success .
About the Role
The role of the Cold Larder Kitchen assistant is to ensure that the meals and refreshments are provided to the residents that meet their individual nutritional needs and preferences and is responsible for providing services that are in line with the Food Safety Program guidelines and any additional duties requested by the Head Chef. We are looking for a part time Cold Larder Chef to work specific days as per a part time roster.
Key Duties
- Contribute to the production of food items such as therapeutic diets, special meals etc.
- Follow recipe cards and prepare defined menu items in a timely manner.
- Assist the Chefs with the management of the food safety plan and it’s day to day compliance.
- Assist with the management of stock items.
- Ensuring meals and refreshments are provided that meet the resident’s individual needs
- Maintaining the Food Safety Program guidelines
- Ensuring all staff in catering department maintain safe food handling practices
- Model and demonstrate extensive knowledge of Baptcare’s Vision, Mission and Values.
About You
You are passionate about continuing to grow your career in hospitality within the Residential Aged Care industry. Solution focused and wanting to make a difference, you align your approach to strategize for achieving organisational and divisional goals.
Working as part of a close-knit team, you collaborate with and support others, demonstrating respect in your day-to-day actions.
You will ideally bring the following:
- Relevant Industry Training – Food Handling and Hygiene Certificate.
- Current police clearance and Statutory Declaration that does not preclude working in Aged Care
- Previous experience in Kitchens and working in an aged care or industry Kitchen team
- Knowledge of Food Safely and HACCP compliance
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships
- Commitment to maintain confidentiality in all matters
For You
Baptcare is focused on living our values, not just talking about them. You’ll find the culture at Baptcare is one of genuine respect, support, and positive intention. We work hard to achieve results through change, continuous improvement, and ongoing focus on providing the best service delivery to our stakeholders.
Further, the successful candidate will receive:
- A competitive salary, plus access to the tax benefits of salary packaging and novated leasing.
- Opportunity to work in your local community within a friendly and supportive team.
- Flexible hours to accommodate for a work life balance.
- Be part of an organisation and a team that is driven to make a difference to the lives of our vulnerable community members.
How to apply:
Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
- Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
- The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.
- A medical assessment will be conducted to see if you are physically capable for the role
If you require support with the application process, please contact ******@baptcare.org.au
At Baptcare, we value diversity in all forms and aim to co-create inclusive experiences and communities with our employees, volunteers, the people we work alongside and our partners. We are committed to diversity and inclusion across all we do and to building communities and workplaces where everyone belongs.
Baptcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.
