Residential Baker/Chef

• Join a committed team dedicated to serving culturally diverse residents.
• Contribute to menu planning and create delightful baked goods.
• Work in a dynamic environment with varied hours to suit your schedule.
• Be part of a community-focused organization with over 40 years of service experience.

About Cultura

Cultura is the newly formed organization resulting from the merger of Geelong Ethnic Communities Council and Multicultural Aged Care Services Geelong. Our mission is to provide innovative services that support and celebrate culturally diverse individuals throughout their life journey. We are committed to empowering communities and individuals to reach their full potential.

With a workforce of around 400 staff and 300 volunteers, we operate across various sites, delivering a wide range of services including residential aged care, home care, and community events. Our values of inclusion, integrity, sustainability, and kindness guide our daily interactions with residents, clients, and each other.

Position Overview

The Residential Baker/Chef plays a key role in our food services preparation area, responsible for baking a variety of sweets, including cakes and desserts, and preparing morning and afternoon teas for our residents. This position requires collaboration with the Cook and Manager of Hotel Services to ensure that meals meet the high standards of quality and safety expected at Cultura.

You will assist in the preparation and delivery of meals, maintain cleanliness in the kitchen, and adhere to all food safety regulations. Your contributions will help create a welcoming dining experience for our residents.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have a passion for baking and a commitment to delivering exceptional culinary services. You should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Certificate in Pastry
• Certificate in Commercial Cooking.
• Experience in baking desserts and sweets.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Effective time management abilities.
• Basic computer skills for documentation purposes.
• Willingness to contribute positively to a team-oriented environment.

Additionally, candidates with a Food Handler Certificate, First Aid certificate, or knowledge of culturally specific culinary skills will be highly regarded. Understanding the migrant experience and sensitivity towards the needs of elderly residents from diverse backgrounds is also desirable.

Employment Conditions

The position is part-time and casual, with varying hours based on operational needs. Staff members are expected to adhere to Cultura's OHS policies and complete all mandatory training to ensure a safe working environment. Employment is subject to satisfactory background checks, including police checks and working with children checks.

We are committed to creating a diverse workforce and encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, culturally diverse individuals, and candidates with disabilities.

If you are passionate about baking and want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, we invite you to apply for the Residential Baker/Chef position with Cultura.

You may view the position description by selecting this link.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!