Join Our Passionate Team at TriCare’s, Mt Gravatt Retirement Community!
With over 50 years of experience, TriCare is one of Queensland’s leading private providers of retirement communities and aged care residences. We’re inviting you to be part of our close-knit, dedicated team at Mt Gravatt Retirement Community.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of older Australians? As a leading provider of Retirement Villages, TriCare is seeking a committed Cook to join our vibrant team at Mt Gravatt.
Why You’ll Love This Role:
- Make a Positive Impact: You’ll have a direct role in supporting the well-being of our residents, handling emergency response coordination, and ensuring their safety and comfort during your shift.
- Be Part of a Close-Knit Community: Engage with residents, families, colleagues, and contractors in a supportive, respectful, and friendly environment. You’ll be a key player in fostering a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere.
About the Role:
Located at Logan Road, the Mt Gravatt Retirement Community is looking for a dedicated Cook for a Casual role
Key Responsibilities:
Organise efficient meal preparation and cooking procedures ensuring meals are well always presented in accordance with standard recipes and menus.
Ensure that all foods are handled according to TriCare Food Safety Program and compliant with HACCP guidelines and food safety legislation
Maintain strict stock control over food supplies and consumables. Monitor stock levels and either report purchase requirements or undertake ordering processes.
Perform/oversee the service of meals according to set times including dining room service, clearing and clean-up following service.
Monitor and maintain resident special dietary requirements, report on dietary issues and concerns.
We’re looking for a candidate who demonstrates:
- Sound food preparation and cooking skills in commercial environment
- Customer service and communication skills.
- Good knowledge of food safety, nutrition, safe and proper use of catering equipment, food service administration.
- Knowledge of workplace safety.
- Knowledge of cleaning standards, chemicals and associated safety precautions.
Skills and attributes:
- Commitment to high standards and attention to detail.
- Current First Aid Certificate (or willing to obtain upon appointment).
- Food Safety Supervisor Certification (or willing to obtain upon appointment).
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in food preparation and service.
- Ability to supervise others in a team environment.
- Certificate in Hospitality/ Cookery (desirable)
- Retirement Village/ Aged Care experience (desirable)
Remuneration is set according to Level 3 of the Aged Care Award with casual loading.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and join a team that values dedication and community, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply now via Seek and become part of our team, dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents. Please submit your application via SEEK. Any questions please contact Louise Mathers, Retirement Village Manager, on 07 3849 4358.
A satisfactory Police Clearance Certificate is required as per the Aged Care Act 1997.
TriCare does not consider applications received through, or from, recruiters.
