COOK - RESIDENTIAL AGED CARE

COOK - RESIDENTIAL AGED CARE

Following Respect’s acquisition of McLean Care, our organisation is entering an exciting new chapter, bringing together people, expertise and communities with a shared commitment to delivering exceptional care for older Australians.

At Respect, we believe aged care is about more than providing support — it’s about creating places where people feel safe, valued, connected and truly at home. As the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia, Respect is a growing, values-led not-for-profit organisation with an exciting future ahead.

The Opportunity

Location: Inverell, New South Wales

Employment Type: Full-Time

Remuneration: Competitive hourly rate + applicable penalties + superannuation + not for profit salary packaging

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Cook to join our Residential Aged Care team.

This role is responsible for delivering high-quality catering services that support the wellbeing and dining experience of our residents, while ensuring food safety, compliance and efficient use of resources. You will work as part of a supportive catering and care team, preparing and serving meals in a safe, hygienic and welcoming environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, handling, storing and serving food safely and hygienically


• Ensuring meals and beverages are presented to a high standard


• Maintaining appropriate food temperatures and completing temperature records


• Setting dining rooms and preparing individual resident meal trays


• Assisting with dishwashing and cleaning kitchen and dining areas


• Monitoring and reporting food wastage


• Supporting individual resident dietary requirements in consultation with clinical staff


• Following food safety, WHS and infection-control requirements


• Contributing to a positive and respectful dining experience for residents

Why Respect?

When you join Respect, you’re joining a team where your work has genuine purpose and where your leadership can make a difference every single day.

Enjoy:

• A people-first culture built on respect, compassion and connection


• Meaningful work where you can see the impact of your leadership


• Opportunities to grow, develop and build your career


• Supportive leaders and a collaborative team environment


• Training and development pathways


• A friendly, down-to-earth workplace where you can be yourself


• The opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career in aged care


• Salary packaging — up to $15,900 per year for living expenses, plus a further $2,650 for meals and holiday accommodation

About You

We are looking for someone who brings:

• Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery


• Minimum two years’ commercial cooking experience


• Previous experience in a Residential Aged Care setting


• Strong knowledge of food handling and food safety requirements


• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment


• Strong communication and teamwork skills


• Understanding of WHS and infection-control principles