Chef

NGARE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS PTY LTD

Sydney

On-site

AUD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Attractive hourly rates

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Job summary

Royal Freemasons’ Benevolent Institution (RFBI) is seeking an experienced cook to oversee high-quality catering for residents across its aged care villages. Responsibilities include meal preparation, menu planning, and coordinating with care teams to meet dietary needs.

The role emphasizes delivering nutritious meals in a compliant, efficient service while supporting RFBI’s trusted care ethos and resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

Proven experience as a cook in aged care/hospitality setting.
Ability to deliver high-quality meals and meet nutritional standards.
Understanding of dietary requirements for the elderly.
Knowledge of WHS responsibilities and safe food handling.

Responsibilities

Prepare, present and serve high-quality meals to residents.
Plan menus with residents' dietary needs in mind.
Liaise with Care Manager and care team for tailored meals.
Ensure compliance with food safety programs and standards.

Skills

Cook

Food service

Dietary needs

WHS awareness

Education

Cert IV Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)

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 elderlyUnderstanding 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
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.

Applications Close: 2 October 2026