Clayfield House seeking for a cook position
About This Job
About the organisation:
Clayfield House is Brisbane’s best level III supported accommodation facility, providing a safe, stable and dynamic community environment for people facing various challenges in life.
Our onsite staff provide round the clock assistance to our residents in a respectful, caring and charming home away from home environment.
Essentially, our clients require assistance with daily living skills. This assistance is provided in an environment that is respectful and caring. Residents are encouraged to become a part of this tightly knit supportive community whilst retaining their individuality. We help individuals to meet their full potential through full integration with government and non-government support agencies and in-house community-focused needs.
This role has the potential for part-time or full-time hours, working Monday – Friday.
About the role:
To prepare nutritionally balanced, enjoyable, quality meals for facility residents within budget by being responsible for creative menu planning and purchasing solutions for the facility, stock control and taking responsibility for efficiencies in the kitchen and associated areas.
This position is also responsible for maintaining all areas of the kitchen, pantry and fridges/freezer areas to required health & safety standards and accreditation standards as well as reporting, following up on and resolving any related maintenance issues.
This role directly liaises with the facility’s clientele and as such may also need to assist with medication for clients and if so, will be provided with appropriate training.
The ideal candidate will possess:
We are seeking a self-motivated, confident, and pro-active individual that possesses an understanding and ability to demonstrate respect, professionalism and compassion within a level III Supported Accommodation environment which provides assistance and support to residents.
experience working in a commercial kitchen, or preparing bulk meals. E.g. meals on wheels
willingness to work within a team and cater to dietary requirements and requests from residents and management
be organised and able to prioritise tasks
ability to manage food budgets, stock levels and ordering of food
NDIS Workers Screening Check / Yellow Card – current or ability to obtain.
