We are looking for a Full-time and Part-time Cook at Luprina Hostel, Adelaide, SA.

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Aboriginal Hostels Limited (AHL) is looking for a reliable and motivated Cook and Housekeeper to join our team and help create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment at our facilities and hostels. This is a great opportunity to be part of important work that supports First Nations peoples across Australia. If you’re looking for a stable job in a supportive team where your efforts truly matter, we’d love to hear from you.

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.

What We’re Looking for in a Cook

• 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.

Key Responsibilities of a Cook

• Prepare meals in accordance with AHL’s set menus, Food Safety Standards Australia and other relevant legislation.
• Stock management – rotate, receive and monitor food and kitchen supplies. 
• Assist with ordering.
• Ensure the kitchen is cleaned to standard.
• Prepare and clean the dining rooms for residents.
• Assist with other tasks as needed.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: $59,520 - $64,877 per annum (pro-rated for part-time). You’ll receive an above-award salary, 15.4% superannuation, and generous leave entitlements to make sure you’re well looked after.
• Job Security & Career Growth: Enjoy stable, ongoing employment with plenty of opportunities to grow and move within the organisation.
• Supportive Team Environment: You’ll be part of a friendly, inclusive team where your work is valued. Regular salary packaging options for vehicles, superannuation and laptops etc PLUS, ability to salary sacrifice $15,900 per FBT year for rent, mortgage or living expenses. This benefit reduces taxable income, increasing fortnightly take-home pay.
• Generous Leave Entitlements – including additional days off when a your RDO falls on a public holiday, 18 days sick/personal leave per annum, cultural and NAIDOC day leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Employees, their partners, and their dependants/children will have access to a confidential, professional counselling service to assist employees to manage personal and work issues.

Eligibility

Prior to engagement, you are required to:

• Provide evidence of Australian Citizenship.
• Undergo, obtain and maintain a Satisfactory National Criminal History Check. 
• Meet Fitness for Duty requirements. 
• Hold or ability to obtain the essential qualifications.

How to apply

• Click "Apply Now" and complete the Application Form. 
• Submit your current Resume and completed Application Form.

Contact person: Philip Theseira – 0439 0001 62