Our purpose is to provide safe, culturally appropriate and affordable accommodation for First Nations people who need to be away from home to access medical services, education and economic opportunities.

Across its network of hostels, dedicated Aboriginal Hostels Limited (AHL) staff provide accommodation and meals for residents in a supportive environment, assisted by local First Nations service providers and referral agencies.

AHL also supports the Australian Government’s efforts to improve economic outcomes for First Nations people. By purchasing goods and services from First Nations businesses at every opportunity, we help support a more inclusive economy. We are proud to be one of the largest employers of First Nations people in the Australian Public Service, First Nations employees make up approximately 50% of our workforce.

A career with AHL will provide you with a chance to contribute to improving the quality of life and economic opportunities for First Nations people. We offer rewarding experiences and rewarding employment conditions.

AHL is looking for a weekday parttime cook who is highly motivated, energetic, enthusiastic and passionate about delivering quality services to our residents in Biala Hostel.

The key duties of the position include:

Undertake routine kitchen tasks including:

• Prepare meals in accordance with AHL’s set menus, Food Safety Standards Australia and other relevant legislation

• Stocktake management – rotate, receive and monitor food and kitchen supplies

• Ensure the kitchen is cleaned to standard

• Prepare and clean the dining rooms for residents.

Key Capabilities:

• Experience in meal preparation in an industry-based environment, ensuring the safe production of quality food without compromise to Food Safety Standards Australia.

• Experience in commercial cookery, and the ability to manage stock rotation while ensuring timely service and hygiene of cooking equipment.

• Good understanding of cleanliness and health standards required whilst preparing food at the work station.

Eligibility:

• Be an Australian Citizen

• Undergo a Satisfactory National Criminal History Check (prior to engagement)

• Meet Fitness for Duty requirements (prior to engagement)

• Hold and maintain a Working with Children Check in NSW (prior to engagement)

• Hold or obtain relevant qualifications.

Qualifications/Experience:

The following qualifications will be highly regarded:

• Certificate II Food Safety Handling

• Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery.

• Certificate II in Hospitality.

• Other relevant qualifications or work experience in a similar role.

For further information about Biala Hostel, the role and how to apply, please refer to the Vacancy Information available on our website: https://www.ahl.gov.au/employment

Contact Person: Carla Wills – 0460 111 106

Applications closes: 11:59pm AEDT on Sunday 23 March 2025.