Cook / Catering Assistant
Job No:
ZINCCA258212
Location:
Nundah
Cook & Catering Assistant (Dual Role) | Create Nourishing Meals. Make a Meaningful Difference.
Location: Zion Aged Care, Nundah – QLD
Permanent Part-Time | 32 Hours per Fortnight
Pay Rate: $30.92 – $31.11 per hour + Super + Salary Packaging + Staff Discounts & Benefits
About the Role:
We are seeking a motivated and flexible Cook & Catering Assistant to join our friendly team at Zion Aged Care. This dual role is ideal for someone who enjoys both cooking and providing hands-on support in a busy kitchen environment.
You’ll play a key role in preparing fresh, nutritious meals while also assisting with food service, kitchen operations, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety. Your work will directly support the wellbeing and enjoyment of our residents. Working in a welcoming, home-like setting, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values care, collaboration, and quality. Every meal you help create will make a real difference.
Your Role – More Than Just Cooking - As a Cook/Catering Assistant at Lutheran Services, you will be part of a team that:
- Prepares and presents varied, nourishing, and appetizing meals that align with dietary needs and preferences.
- Maintains a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen environment, maintaining hygiene and compliance standards.
- Collaborates with catering staff, residents, and care teams to enhance meal services.
- Work with the Head Chef to fostering a high-performance and team-driven culture.
- Assist with menu planning, budgeting, and stock control.
- Collaborates and innovates with the team to deliver continuous improvement cost-effectiveness and resident satisfaction.
What You Bring to the Table
- A relevant trade qualification (Cert III or Cert IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent).
- Experience working in a commercial kitchen, ideally in Aged Care or large-scale catering.
- A valid Queensland Driver’s Licence.
- Strong leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to mentor and guide staff.
- Knowledge of safe food handling practices and WHS compliance.
- Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
- Salary Packaging Benefits: take home more pay (up to $15,900 tax-free + $2,650 meals & entertainment).
- Discounts: on Health Cover, Energy, Appliances, Holidays, and more.
- Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing support.
- Fitness Passport: Stay active with discounted gym memberships for you and your family.
- Ongoing Training & Development opportunities to grow your career
About Us:
Lutheran Services is a not-for-profit organisation with over 90 years of experience supporting Queensland communities. We provide aged care, retirement living, and community services with compassion and excellence. At Zion Aged Care, we’re proud to offer a community-focused environment where staff and residents feel at home.
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