time left to apply End Date: January 3, 2025 (28 days left to apply)
job requisition id JR140044
Job Description:We are looking for a special kind of person – a St Vincent's kind of person. Someone who puts compassion, connection and caring for other people at the heart of everything they do.
As a Cook you'll be part of an experienced, engaged and dedicated team helping to create a welcoming, professional and supportive care experience for the residents of St Vincent's Care Services Yennora.
At St Vincent's Care, our Heartprint model ensures compassionate, holistic, person-centred care that empowers residents and fosters a sense of belonging, independence, and cultural respect, creating a life filled with purpose and wellbeing.
We are seeking people who are passionate about providing care that is sensitive to resident's individualised needs, preferences and choices and are committed to building strong, meaningful connections with residents.
This is a Casual opportunity with available shifts throughout the week between Monday to Friday, AM/PM. What's on your resume is important, but what's in your heart matters more.
Because at St Vincent's, kindness works for us. Minimum Requirements:Things that work for us: Completed a Certificate III or IV in Hospitality / Commercial Cookery qualificationMust be highly experienced in aged care, knowledge of bulk cooking and plating service experience and team leadership.Minimum (3-5) years' experience in a Cook role within Aged CareHigh level of customer service skills, attention to detail and excellent communication skillsAbility to communicate clearly & effectively ensuring cultural sensitivity is respectedDemonstrated knowledge and understanding of current HACCP guidelinesCompetent in food preparation & service, cooking, & plating, with demonstrated experience cooking for a large group and in sandwich-makingAbility to supervise and coordinate catering staff with their daily dutiesDemonstrated ability to work within a team and without supervisionFlexibility to manage special dietary requirements and follow directives as per care planEnsure compliance with food safety hygiene standards and maintain a safe environment for residents and staffNationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (within the last 6 months)NDIS Worker Screening Check will be a requirement of this roleBenefits:Things that work for you: Competitive salary packaging options up to $15,990, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annumOpportunity to work for the nation's largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive visionFriendly team environment with a great community care spiritAbility to visibly see your impact on the business and its serviceNo cost uniforms and trainingFree annual flu vaccinationEmployee Assistance Program for staff and their familiesAccess to the Fitness Passport (FP)Why become part of the St Vincent's Care family?Because you're like us, you believe that every act of kindness makes the world a better place. Better for everyone who lives in the 20+ facilities and locations we operate in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. Better for all our staff and employees, who work tirelessly to provide the highest levels of care and quality of life for our clients. And better support for the local communities we play an important role in and continue to support.
For more than 175 years, St Vincent's Care Services (SVCS) has been a leading Catholic provider of Aged Care Services in Australia and the legacy of compassion, justice, integrity and excellence entrusted to us by the Sisters of Charity and their Founder Mary Aitkenhead continues to inspire our work today.
Our spiritual and hospital-based heritage has taught us that wellness is about more than medical needs. It's about building a true partnership around trust and respect. That's why we take a person-centred approach – delivering holistic, individual care that achieves wellbeing for mind, body and spirit.
At St Vincent's we value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the important of creating a work environment that is welcome, safe, fair and impartial and invite people from all backgrounds to join our caring family.
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Set up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen.
About UsAs part of St Vincent's Health Australia, St Vincent's Care Services (SVCS) is a leading Catholic provider of Aged Care Services in Australia. SVCS offers quality residential, community and independent living services through 23 facilities located within Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. St Vincent's has been providing health care in Australia for more than 155 years. The legacy entrusted to us by the Sisters of Charity and their Founder, Mary Aikenhead continues to inspire the service provided to our residents in a caring, friendly atmosphere, underpinned by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
We are proud of our working environment that promotes teamwork and fosters professional development. We treat each other with respect and fairness, we have a genuine concern for everyone in our team, and we are an equal opportunity employer.
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