Cook

Calvary Care; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP salary packaging

Discounted health insurance

Gym memberships

Paid parental leave

Training and development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Calvary Aged Care in Brighton Le Sands, NSW is seeking a casual Cook to prepare nutritionally balanced meals for residents. You will join a supportive kitchen team, plan menus, and ensure meals meet dietary needs while upholding food safety standards.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the head chef, timely service, and maintaining a clean kitchen. Experience in bulk cooking and OH&S knowledge is desirable, with training available.

Qualifications

• Formal hospitality qualification or progress toward Certificate III in Food Studies.
• Experience with bulk meal preparation for residents or similar settings.
• Understanding of Food Act and Occupational Health and Safety standards.
• Ability to manage menu cycles and budget requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head chef with planning, preparing and cooking meals for residents.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to create nutritious menus.
• Ensure timely meal preparation and service to residents.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen complying with safety protocols.

Skills

Bulk cooking

Menu planning

Food safety

Infection control

Kitchen equipment operation

Budget awareness

Collaboration

Education

TAFE Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or Cert Level III in Food Studies

Tools

Stoves & ovens

Food safety practices (HLTFSE001)

Job description

Cook - Casual

Calvary - Brighton-Le-Sands

• Progress with purpose at one of Australia's largest health care providers
• Get ahead with salary packaging, benefits and professional development in a supportive team environment

About the role

We are looking for a casual Cook to join our team in Brighton Le Sands, NSW. Working with Calvary Aged Care, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality, nutritionally balanced meals for our residents. You will work closely with our kitchen team to ensure that our residents receive meals that meet their dietary needs and preferences, while also adhering to food safety and hygiene standards.

Your main duties will include:

• Assist the head chef to plan, prepare, and cook meals for residents, taking into consideration their dietary requirements and preferences.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to create menus that are both nutritious and appealing.
• Ensure all meals are prepared and served in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, following food safety and hygiene protocols.

About you

• TAFE Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or Certificate Level III in Food Studies (or working towards)
• Experience in bulk cooking and food preparation
• Ability to plan menus to meet standards e.g. Food Act and Occupational Health and Safety.
• Ability to order food to meet requirements of menu cycle and keep within budget
• Understanding of infection control and safety principles
• Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment, e.g. stoves, ovens etc.
• Completion of (HLTFSE001 - Follow Basic Food Safety Practices) or willingness to obtain

Why work for Calvary?

At Calvary, our staff matter.

With over 130 years' experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.

Your benefits:

• NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships
• Paid parental leave
• Training, development pathways and career opportunities
• Flexible hours that make sense for you

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role
• You may be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role including, influenza, tuberculosis screening