AddressWe are looking for a Cook to join our team at Regis Playford. Working within a supportive and dynamic team, you will be provided with a challenging and diverse work environment, as well as an opportunity for you to contribute and make a real difference to the residential aged care community.
About your role
- Supporting the Chef Manager with kitchen compliance including food safety, WHS and quality
- Stock control and ordering
- Resident dietary management
- Kitchen and food cost management
- Production and delivery of high-quality meals
- Service excellence around all aspects of the dining experience
- Strong front of house presence including communication with residents and families
- Provide leadership and guidance to the kitchen staff, ensuring a smooth operation
Why work for us?
- Enjoy a flexible working environment to balance your life and wellbeing. Full time, part time or flexible working hours across all days and shifts to suit you.
- Competitive hourly rates, paid overtime, weekend penalties, with the ability to purchase annual leave / take unpaid leave.
- Be inspired, be supported and be developed with progressive carer pathways and opportunities to relocate to any of our Homes or regions across Australia.
- Discounts and benefits at selected retail outlets, department stores, attractions, travel, cinemas, restaurants and more through Maxxia Rewards and My Brands.
- Discounts on selected health insurance and access to wellbeing services.
- Employee wellness platforms including Employee Assistance Program, providing counselling, financial advice and personal support.
- Reward and recognition programs including our Annual National Care Awards.
- Employee Referral Program - refer a friend and be rewarded.
What will you bring
- Qualification (Cert III/IV in Commercial Cookery) and experience working as a Cook
- Previous work experience in Aged Care
- Understanding of special dietary needs
- Time management and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to work as part of a broader catering team to continually improve the catering experience in our home.
To work in residential aged care, you will need to provide satisfactory background checks, supply an NDIS worker screening clearance, COVID and flu vaccinations, and certification proof.
About Regis
Regis offers a diverse range of care options including residential aged care, home care, retirement living, day therapy and day respite. Regis is one of the largest providers of aged care in Australia and cares for more than 7,000 residents and clients each year.
