Compassionate Aged-Care Cook (Part-Time)

St Vincent's Health Australia; Waverley Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Novated leasing

Meals and Entertainment card

Free annual flu vaccination

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Job summary

St Vincent's Care Services Bronte is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our care team in Sydney's Bronte area. You will prepare meals for residents, manage volume cooking, and ensure nutrition plans and dietary requirements are met with high standards of food safety.

This permanent part-time role offers flexibility with shift patterns and opportunities to contribute to a compassionate, resident-centered dining service. Salary packaging and benefits apply, supporting staff wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Commercial cooking (preferred).
• Current Food Handler Certificate.
• Proven experience with volume cooking in healthcare or similar environments.
• Flexibility for dietary requirements and aged care nutrition knowledge.
• Understanding of food safety/hygiene standards.
• High level of customer service and communication.
• Ability to follow care plans and resident rights responsibilities.
• Criminal history and NDIS checks may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for residents in a care facility.
• Ensure dietary requirements and nutrition plans are followed.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Assist with planning and portion control for meals.
• Support a friendly, patient-focused dining environment.

Skills

Commercial cooking

Food Handler Certificate

Volume cooking

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Commercial cookery trade qualification

Job description

St Vincent's Care Services Bronte is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our care team in Sydney's Bronte area. You will prepare meals for residents, manage volume cooking, and ensure nutrition plans and dietary requirements are met with high standards of food safety.

This permanent part-time role offers flexibility with shift patterns and opportunities to contribute to a compassionate, resident-centered dining service. Salary packaging and benefits apply, supporting staff wellbeing.