$70k + super + accommodation + duty meals + relocation assistance

• 6 weeks leave + 17.5% leave loading
• NFP Salary packaging (tax savings on $15000)

The Cook is responsible for preparing and delivering nutritious, culturally appropriate, and delicious meals for residents of the Aged Care Facility and community clients. This role requires a cook who is passionate about contributing to the wellbeing of elderly residents and community members in a remote location, ensuring dietary needs, preferences, and cultural practices are respected and prioritised.

This role requires a strong commitment to maintaining high standards of hygiene, food safety, and compliance with health and safety regulations, under the leadership of the TDC Head Chef.

About You

• Experience working within an Aged Care kitchen.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work well within a team.
• High level of attention to detail, particularly in food presentation and cleanliness.
• Ability to follow set menus that meet the nutritional guidelines for Aged Care and dietary requirements of all residents and community clients.
• Strong awareness of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Intermediate cooking skills, with a commitment to quality.
• Positive and approachable attitude, with good interpersonal skills.

Essential Licences / Clearances

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) with demonstrated experience in bulk cooking, preferably within aged care, healthcare or remote community settings.
• Food Safety Certificate or ability to attain.
• Experience in a similar role is required.
• National Police check
• NT Working with Children (Ochre) Card
• Current Flu vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination
• NLC Work / Resident permits
• Full working rights

About Thamarrurr Development Corporation (TDC)

We are a Not-for-Profit, registered charitable organisation, owned by members of the Wangka, Tjanpa and Lirga peoples. The Wadeye Community, (formerly Pt Keats) NT, is located in the Western Daly River region – an area rich in cultures, wildlife and ecosystems. Wadeye is the Territory's 6th most populous town and one of Australia's largest remote indigenous communities. We support the Wadeye community through a range of areas including Housing & Construction, NDIS, Aged Care, Employment & Training, Enterprise Development and more.

For a copy of the Position Description and general information, please contact [email protected].