Housekeeper/Cook

About Us

Community Housing Limited (CHL) is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to making a positive impact in the housing sector. We are committed to addressing housing issues and supporting vulnerable populations by offering affordable and sustainable housing solutions to individuals and families in need.

At CHL, our primary goal is to create safe, secure, and affordable housing options that empower individuals and families to thrive. With a focus on delivering high-quality service and outcomes, we manage over 11,000 new and existing properties across various communities. CHL is driven by a collaborative team culture where every member plays a vital role in achieving our mission.

The Role

A career in community housing is extremely rewarding and now you too can contribute to positive social impact and a world without housing poverty.

The Housekeeper/Cook manages the facility and meal provision and provides a level of caring supervision to residents at Heritage Court. Responsibilities will include:

• Undertake menu planning and prepare and cook well balanced main meals, taking into consideration the preferences and allergies/dietary requirements of residents,
• Maintain kitchen and equipment including ordering food and cleaning supplies, ensuring equipment is maintained and/or repaired and undertaking regular stock checks,
• Provide a safe and supportive environment for residents,
• Assist residents to make Heritage Court a pleasant and homely place in which to live, including celebrating special occasions and assisting to resolve any conflict,
• Demonstrate an understanding of resident behaviours and following up with tenancy or support services if a resident appears to require support.
• Maintain appropriate records and reports.

Please Note: This is a part time permanent role offering 20-22.5hrs across 4 days per week, negotiable for the right person.

About You

To be successful for this role, you will have a genuine passion for wanting to support vulnerable people in our community.

Essential Criteria

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in food preparation and service
• First Aid Level 2 (or willing to obtain)
• Food Handling and Storage qualification (or ability to obtain)
• Commitment to the right of every person to good quality housing
• Satisfactory Police, NDIS & Working with Children’s Check

Desirable:

• Previous experience working in a kitchen and/or similar food preparation roles.

Please note that satisfactory Police Check is required for all staff and those with client related responsibilities are required to provide a NDIS and Working with Children Check (WWCC).

As an equal opportunity employer, CHL works closely with people from a diverse range of backgrounds. CHL acknowledges the traditional Aboriginal owners of country throughout Australia and we pay our respects to them, their culture and their Elders past and present.

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link.

To be considered applicants must respond to the application questions and submit a cover letter and resume. For a confidential conversation about the position please contact Bianca Costanzo, State Operations Manager via email bianca.costanzo@chl.org.au or tel: 08 8210 0201

We look forward to hearing from you.