Position Description

Position Title: Head Cook
Location: Halls Creek - Yura Yungi Menkawum Ngurra Elders Residence 
Business Unit: Operations
Employment Type: 1x Casual/Part-time/Fulltime

Position Summary

The Head Cook is responsible for the development, preparation and provision of food and beverage services which meet the nutritional needs of the consumers whilst ensuring safe food handling practices are maintained through appropriate the storage, preparation and service of daily meals and beverages.

The Head Cook works closely with the Kitchen Hand, Cook, Dietitian and Speech Pathologist to provide a safe and nutritionally-balanced meal and beverage service to consumers. The Head Cook also provides a specialist input from a catering perspective committee such as Occupational Health & Safety, Food Safety, Emergency Procedures and Quality Assurance.

The position has a key role in customer service and communication, as well as working effectively and positively within the team.

The Head Cook will contribute to a professional and compatible work environment by providing a helpful, efficient, and courteous service to residents, family members, staff and volunteers that reflects the positive corporate image of Menkawum Ngurra.

More Information

For more information, please contact the HR Manager on (08) 9168 6266.

How to Apply

You can apply online by emailing recruitment@yyms.org.au to obtain a copy of the Selection Criteria.

Submit your application through the Yura Yungi website together with a current resume and your completed selection criteria. 

Closing Date: 30th of April 2026

About the Benefits

• Hourly base salary of $36 per hour + superannuation
• Opportunity to salary sacrifice

We highly encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People to apply