Chef/Cook for Aged Care — Flexible Rostering & Growth

Moran Health Care; Sydney; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff recognition

Training and development

Annual leave loading

Flexible rostering

Innovative models of home/community

Flexible rostering

Job summary

Moran Health Care Group is seeking a motivated Cook/Chef to join the Moran Sylvania home in Sydney's Sutherland Shire. The role focuses on preparing nourishing, home-cooked meals in a welcoming environment and supporting residents’ health through quality food service.

You will work with a dedicated team, report to the Chef Manager, and help maintain high standards of food safety and nutrition. Shift is Thursday to Saturday 06:00–14:00 with opportunities for skill development.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial catering or other food service.
• TAFE approved Commercial Cookery Course or equivalent.
• Certificate in Food Handling and Hygiene.
• Familiarity with state Food Handling Regulations/HACCP.
• Organisational and management ability.
• Good communications skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Current Police Check and Valid Working Rights.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day delivery of food services at Moran Sylvania home.
• All aspects of food preparation and cooking, using MHCG recipes and menus.
• Liaise with Chef Manager for residents requiring preparation of special diets.
• Confident preparing a selection of varied food choices.
• Ensure dietary and nutritional needs of the residents are met.
• Ordering of stock, budget control and minimisation of food wastage as required.
• Active participation in the Food Safety Program.
• Maintenance of the highest standards of food services in our home.
• Responsible for the ordering, storage and labelling of food as required by the Chef Manager.
• Prepare and present food within set time frames.

Skills

Experience in commercial catering

Organisational and management ability

Good communication skills

Independent and team work

Police check & working rights

Education

TAFE approved Commercial Cookery Course or equivalent

Certificate in Food Handling and Hygiene

Familiarity with state Food Handling Regulations/HACCP

Job description

Moran Health Care Group is seeking a motivated Cook/Chef to join the Moran Sylvania home in Sydney's Sutherland Shire. The role focuses on preparing nourishing, home-cooked meals in a welcoming environment and supporting residents’ health through quality food service.

You will work with a dedicated team, report to the Chef Manager, and help maintain high standards of food safety and nutrition. Shift is Thursday to Saturday 06:00–14:00 with opportunities for skill development.