Details - Cafe Cook - TVC

TLC Healthcare is an Employer of Choice for the last 9 consecutive years and a Global Healthy Workplaces Award winner for large employers in 2023. 

At The Village Café & Bar, community and exceptional coffee collide. Born from a love of local flavours and a passion for bringing people together,

The Village Café is the foodie heart of select TLC Healthcare precincts.

Indulge in freshly ground coffee, pizza and seasonal delights, all served with a side of community spirit.

The Village Café & Bar Cook is responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality meals in accordance with food safety regulations, dietary requirements, and café standards.

They will work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, ensuring consistency, taste and presentation to meet customer expectations. The Cook will also assist with stock management, kitchen cleanliness, and compliance with health and safety guidelines.

What you’ll be doing

• General food preparation
• breakfast
• signature Pizzas
• salads

• Ensure all dishes are presented in an appealing and appetizing manner
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen, adhering to food safety and hygiene standards
• Manage inventory and notify Café Manager of any supplies that require ordering

• Kitchen maintenance and cleaning
• Collaborate with the team to ensure a smooth and efficient kitchen operation
• Handle customer feedback and special requests professionally and in a problem- solving mindset
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in accordance with food safety regulations and Business expectations on presentation of the Café
• Assist in opening and closing duties as required
• Adhere to uniform policy

Hours of Work

Our café operates 7 days a week

• We are looking for someone that is available to work weekday afternoon/ evenings & weekends

About you

• Exceptional customer service focus
• Fast paced and energetic
• Great attitude and motivated
• Team mindset

Things that matter to us

• Cert III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) (desired)
• Previous experience in a kitchen (cafés, restaurants, pubs, or catering)
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene practices and kitchen safety standards
• Working with Children Check
• NDIS check (includes Police Check)
• Eligibility to work in Australia
• Up-to-date COVID-19 vaccinations (3 doses)

What we offer   

• Restaurant Industry Award rates, penalties & allowances
• Exclusive TLC Employee Shopping Portal access and receive significant wholesale discounts on everyday items
• Program of employee and wellbeing initiatives     
• Employee Assistance Program    
• Ongoing coaching & development
• Discounted health insurance     
• Free gym membership      
• Novated leasing 

TLC Healthcare operate on a direct sourcing model and request agencies to respect no unsolicited contact for vacancies advertised. 

For any questions regarding this role, please feel free to contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@tlchealthcare.com.au   

To learn more about the benefits of joining Team TLC, please visit our website tlchealthcare.com.au 

We are an organisation with a strong sense of purpose that celebrates diversity, inclusion and embodies our core values of respect, accountability, excellence, collaboration, integrity and innovation.         

Our culture is based on a supportive team environment where people thrive and achieve their best professionally.         

TLC Healthcare encourage all people of different backgrounds to apply.        

As part of our recruitment process, you may be required to complete a pre-employment psychometric and medical assessment.