Expressions of Interest - Cooks & Chefs

Do you love to build genuine connections, nurture belonging and enhance life? At Aveo, you can do just that and more. Join us and feel confident to embrace new challenges in our supportive culture. Bring your whole-self to work, grow as you learn new things and be rewarded through the joy of helping others. Together let's redefine retirement living for senior Australians.

The Opportunity

As a Cook, you’ll assist with preparing high-quality, nutritious meals that enhance the daily lives of our residents. Working in a supportive environment, you’ll follow menu plans, dietary requirements, and food safety standards, whilst having the opportunity to build meaningful connections with residents.

We are currently opening Expressions of Interest (EOI) for Casual and Part-time Cooks and Chefs to join our team across our Southside and Bayside Aveo retirement communities. Apply today, let us know your availability and we will contact you when a position becomes available.

Your Impact

• Prepare, cook, and present meals that meet quality and presentation standards
• Follow pre-set menu plans while accommodating dietary needs and preferences
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen in line with food safety requirements
• Support stock control, food storage, and waste minimisation practices
• Work collaboratively with the wider team to ensure smooth kitchen operations
• Build meaningful connections with residents, fostering a sense of community and belonging

What You'll Bring

• Previous Kitchenhand, Cook or Chef in a similar setting (e.g. hospitality or commercial kitchens)
• Ability to follow set menus and adapt meals to meet dietary requirements
• Strong communication skills and a genuine interest in connecting with residents
• Enthusiasm for working in retirement living and making a positive impact
• Minimum of two (2) COVID-19 vaccinations (required)
• Certificate in Commercial Cookery (or similar) and/or Food Safety certification (desirable)

What We Offer

• Casual Rate: From $28.62/hr including casual loading + superannuation + relevant award entitlements including penalty rates, overtime and allowances
• Casual Rate: From $35.78/hr + superannuation + relevant award entitlements including penalty rates, overtime and allowances
• Employee Referral Program and Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts to Health Insurance and Retail & Leisure partner providers
• Annual flu vaccinations and skin checks
• The opportunity to build meaningful, lasting relationships with residents and contribute to our retirement community

Who We Are

As a leader in retirement living, with 30 years' experience, Aveo provides the stability and confidence to try new things and keep innovating. Owned by The Living Company, we're on an exciting journey of growth. Our in-house range of services is holistic, supporting our customers in their independence for as long as possible. This helps us deliver a seamless experience for our 10,000 residents across 60+ diverse communities nationwide. We're a dedicated group of over 1000 caring, friendly team members; united with our core values; Kindness, Care and Respect. Together we create thriving communities that help retired Australians be their best selves.

What's next?

Apply now and take the first step in Bringing your Passion to life!  We are ready to welcome you.

Aveo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, with a focus on hiring great people regardless of their race, gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, background, religion, age, or sexual orientation. We treasure skills, expertise, and commitment. Our goal is to attract, develop, motivate, reward, and retain the best talent in the industry. Diversity is essential to our success; we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all our people feel comfortable being their authentic selves, and embraced for who they are.