Chefs/Cooks (Canterbury)

Closing date: 28/06/2026

If cooking is your craft and care drives everything you do, this role was made for you. Your meals won't just be eaten, they will be looked forward to. Every day, your skills will bring comfort, connection and quality of life to the older Australians in our care. We are looking for talented Chefs and Cooks (Permanent Full Time and Part Time) to join our Hospitality team, preparing high-quality meals across our Residential and Meals on Wheels services. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will:
- Prepare and serve high-quality, nutritious meals you would be proud to put in front of your own family.
- Draw on your experience across multiple cuisines to bring variety and creativity to every menu.
- Uphold exceptional food safety, hygiene and compliance standards.
- Reduce food waste and champion sustainable kitchen practices.
- Perform confidently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
- Bring genuine hospitality values and a willingness to grow within the Aged Care sector. Hours of Work:
- Permanent Full Time.
- Monday to Sunday (rotating roster), Sunday availability is essential.
- 4 shifts per week 7am–3pm and one shift per week 9:30am–5:30pm.
- Occasional cover for staff leave and special functions required.
- Permanent Part Time and Casual positions also available. Locations:
- Ashburton and Canterbury Salary and Perks
- $31
- $32 per hour + super + applicable allowances
- Not-for-Profit salary packaging – up to $15,900 per year + Meals & Entertainment benefits
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Access to our Employee Assist Program (EAP)
- Access to our amazing Recognition and Reward program
- Regular social functions
- Supportive and inclusive team environment Essentials
- Current Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
- Working Rights in Australia
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (minimum)
- Minimum 2 years of commercial kitchen experience
- Experience in Aged Care preferred (not essential) Why Work With BASSCARE? BASSCARE has supported older adults in Boroondara for nearly 70 years. We offer a unique blend of aged care including residential care and retirement living, dementia services, community services, and home-based care. Our team is proud to deliver high-quality services that promote independence, inclusion, and dignity. How to apply Attach your resume and your covering letter stating why you are a perfect fit for this position. BASSCARE would like to thank you for taking the time to submit your application. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qkdos