Cook (Fairfield)

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Location: Fairfield, NSW Salary: $60,001
- $80,000 Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position Job Description

NextGen Unlimited Pty Ltd Next Gen Unlimited is a disability support and supported accommodation provider offering quality care services to NDIS participants across Victoria. The organisation operates group housing facilities where residents are provided with daily support services, including nutritious and culturally diverse meals tailored to individual dietary and health requirements. Due to ongoing growth, Next Gen Unlimited is seeking an experienced and reliable Cook to join its team on a full time basis. The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing nutritious and well-balanced meals for residents within supported accommodation facilities while ensuring food quality, hygiene, dietary compliance, and efficient kitchen operation Benefits Task & responsibilities Preparing and cooking a variety of meals to meet the dietary, nutritional, and cultural needs of residents Planning meal preparation schedules to ensure meals are delivered efficiently and on time Assisting with menu planning and adapting meals based on dietary requirements and allergies Monitoring food quality, portion control, and presentation standards Ensuring ingredients and prepared food are stored safely and in accordance with food safety regulations Inspecting food supplies and checking freshness and quality of ingredients before use Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of kitchen areas, utensils, and cooking equipment Assisting with stock ordering, stock rotation, and inventory management to minimise wastage Coordinating meal preparation with support staff to ensure smooth daily operations within the facility Following workplace health and safety procedures and maintaining compliance with food hygiene standards Assisting with preparation for special events, group meals, and seasonal menu requirements when required Qualification & experience Minimum Cert III qualification in Commercial cookery One year of industry experience Experience preparing meals in a commercial kitchen, healthcare, aged care, or community care environment preferred Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices Ability to prepare meals for varying dietary and nutritional requirements Good organisational, communication, and teamwork skills Reliable, compassionate, and able to work in a fast-paced care environment Work Type: Full time Salary: $75000-80000 Job Publish: 28-05-2026 Job Expire: 27-06-2026 Apply Link: id=5805640 This job is brought to you by workinitiatives.com.au. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qrnxi