Chef

RFBI; Sydney; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive hourly rates

Salary packaging—increase your package

17.5% annual leave loading

Employees Assistance Program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

RFBI is seeking experienced Chefs to oversee catering for residents across 22 aged care villages in NSW/ACT. The role focuses on delivering high-quality meals tailored to residents' nutritional and dietary needs, while coordinating with care teams for optimal service.

You’ll work in a supportive RFBI environment with opportunities for career development and attractive remuneration, including salary packaging and annual leave loading.

Qualifications

• Must have Certificate IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery).
• Experience in a food services environment.
• Understanding of dietary needs for the elderly.
• WH&S and manual handling knowledge.
• Ability to deliver high-quality meals meeting nutritional standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, present and serve high-quality meals to residents.
• Plan menus providing resident choices while meeting nutritional standards.
• Coordinate with Care Manager and team to meet dietary needs.
• Maintain food safety standards and efficient service.

Skills

Cook experience

Education

Certificate IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)

Safe Food Handling & Preparation

Job description

Royal Freemasons’ Benevolent Institution (RFBI) was established in 1880 to help people in need, today we are an award winning, leading aged care provider with a vision to provide quality aged care services that are accessible by all people and has a positive impact on their lives. We operate 22 residential aged care villages, 20 retirement villages and a range of home and community services across NSW and ACT

Position Information:

We have excellent opportunity for experienced and passionate Chefs to join our team in one of our 22 aged care villages listed below

This dynamic role will see you responsible for overseeing the provision of high-quality catering services to our residents that meet their nutritional needs, and the special requirements and preferences of these residents in an effective and efficient way.

Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Preparation, presentation and serving of high-quality food and meals to residents
• Preparing menus and plans for meals, ensuring provision of choice for residents and compliance with health and nutritional standards
• Liaising with the Care Manager and the care team to ensure residents are provided with meals that meet specific dietary needs
• Compliance with food and safety program, providing high quality, efficient and effective service

What you need to be considered:

• An experienced Cook
• Focus on delivery of a high-quality food service to our residents.
• Driven to work for a reputable aged care provider and become part of the RFBI family.
• Certificate IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)
• Qualification in Safe Food Handling and Preparation
• An understanding of and the sensitivity to the issues related to providing services to older people
• Relevant experience working in a food services environment
• Knowledge/understanding of special dietary needs for the elderly
• Understanding of WHS responsibilities, including manual handling principles

What’s on offer:

• Work for one of the best providers in the aged care sector
• Attractive hourly rates
• A friendly and supportive manager, culture & team
• Opportunities for develop and advance your career
• 17.5% Annual Leave loading
• Salary packagingBenefits - Increase your package
• Employees Assistance Program
• Salary starting from $76,593 (based on skills and experience)

You must have or be able to obtain a current National Police Check (AFP Code 22) and be willing to undergo a Pre-Employment Functional Assessment to be considered for this position. All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.