Cook at Uniting NSW.ACT in Orange, New South Wales, AU

Cook – Uniting WontamaLocation: Orange, NSW Casual position with flexibility to suit your needsBase + Super + Casual Loading About the RoleWe’re seeking a dedicated Cook to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals tailored to the unique dietary needs of our aged care residents. This role is ideal for someone empathetic, adaptable, and committed to excellence in food service.Curious about working at Uniting? Click the link to see how you can support residents to live their day their wayA Day In The Life with Uniting Aged CareWhat You’ll Be DoingPrepare and cook daily meals that meet individual dietary requirements, including texture-modified options.Plan and rotate menus in consultation with the Service Manager and residents.Maintain food safety and hygiene standards in line with regulatory requirements.Manage food purchasing, storage, and usage within budget guidelines.Foster a safe and respectful kitchen environment, adhering to Safe Work Practices.Who We’re Looking ForIdeally, you’ll be a qualified Chef with a Certificate III in Hospitality, Commercial Cookery, or equivalent.Experience in aged care or healthcare settings highly regarded.Familiarity with cook-fresh and cook-chill methodologies.Strong understanding of dietary controls and texture-modified food preparation.Compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold – aligned with Uniting’s core values.What We Offer YouA rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environmentA commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career Purchase of additional leaveEmployee Referral Program - $500 bonus for each successful referral Click here to learn more about our great benefits: Benefits of working at Uniting Who is Uniting?Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.Empowered by diversityAt Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.How to applyIf this opportunity is of interest, then we’d love to hear from you. Just click on the ‘Apply’ button in this ad, fill out your details and submit. We encourage applications from people who identify as a part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.What to expectPlease know that employment with Uniting will require a National Police Check, and Reference Checks