Cook/Chef

Job description
Acknowledgement of Country

Vacenti acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, waters, and sea of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge the continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

The Opportunity
Vacenti is seeking a Part-time Cook and/or Chef to join the Hotel Services Team at multiple locations throughout southeast Queensland.

Main Responsibilities:
Prepare meal & beverages for residents in accordance with Vacenti approved menu.
Carry out basic meal preparation, i.e., washing, peeling, dicing, cutting, grilling, roasting, and baking.
Provide basic food & beverage service as required.
Receiving deliveries from suppliers.
Assist with the setup & pack up of catering events.
Clearing waste & general cleaning including but not limited to crockery, cutlery, service utensils, kitchen surfaces according to hygiene standards.
Ensure health and safety practices are followed.
Operating machinery, such as mixers and blenders.
Assist in the managing and organising of inventory, in the storeroom and fridge, or where directed.
Control & minimise waste.
Ensuring Caterers and Chefs have the tools, food, and equipment they need.
Assist Chef/s & Head Chef/s in the supervision of Catering Assistants.
Perform reasonable ad-hoc duties as directed.
Requirements:
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in similar roles.
Reasonable level of spoken and written English literacy skills.
A personal philosophy of honesty and integrity, and practical approach that is compatible with the Vacenti values.
A positive team-based attitude.
Have initiative and work independently.
To work in a busy environment and has good time management skills.
Very high attention to detail.
A commitment to safe work practises.
Willingness to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and learn and cross train.
About Vacenti
Vacenti Aged Care has been proudly serving the elderly community since 1+73, making us a trusted and experienced provider of aged care services.

What We Offer:
Attractive salary package.
Financial Wellbeing Programmes.
Access to career progression and professional development through our internal programs and external strategic alliances.
Work-life balance.
Our exclusive staff breakfast bar.
A Robust EVP: Novated Lease (Salary Packaging on specific items), corporate health insurance, travel discounts, gym membership discounts, wide range of retail discounts and more.
Awards and Recognition.
Fun dynamic team environment.
Employee wellness program.
Diverse workforce.
Flexible working hours.
A friendly, community-like culture of working for a family owned and operated business.