Cook – Casual Location: Inverell, New South Wales Base Pay: $29.41 per hour (Unqualified) to $29.70 per hour (Qualified) Looking for weekend work? McLean Care is seeking a Casual Cook to join the team at Killean , our 138-bed Residential Care facility located in picturesque Inverell, the “Sapphire City”. If you enjoy cooking, take pride in maintaining high standards, and want to contribute to the wellbeing of older people, we would love to hear from you. About the Role This role is primarily to cover weekend shifts from 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM . There may also be opportunities for additional shifts where required, including when other staff are on leave or unavailable due to illness. Key Responsibilities Plan, prepare and cook nutritious meals, ensuring all dietary requirements are met Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic kitchen environment, including food storage and handling Build positive and collaborative working relationships with team members About You You will have at least one year of experience in a similar role and enjoy working as part of a supportive team environment. Essential Requirements Previous experience in aged care, healthcare, or a similar environment Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards Good communication skills and a team-focused approach Ability to work effectively and calmly under pressure Two recent managerial referees Highly Regarded Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery Safe Food Handling Training Chemical Handling Certificate About McLean Care McLean Care is a respected provider of high-quality community, retirement and aged care services. As a not-for-profit and values-driven organisation, we are committed to delivering person-centred care across all divisions. What’s in It for You? A caring and supportive team environment Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Free influenza vaccinations and other health and wellbeing initiatives Apply Now If you are a reliable, passionate and dedicated cook with a genuine interest in supporting older people, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume to apply. Eligibility Requirements Applicants must be onshore with full working rights in Australia and be willing to undertake a National Criminal History Check and NDIS Worker Screening in line with legislative requirements.
