Cook - Casual

Sweeping Corporation of America; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Scalabrini is seeking two cooks to join Chipping Norton Village on a casual basis, delivering nutritious meals to residents and visitors. You’ll work with a supportive kitchen team, adapt to morning and afternoon shifts, and contribute to a positive dining experience.

Experience in commercial kitchens and knowledge of food safety are valued, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and care in meal preparation for older Australians.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a cook in a commercial kitchen.
• Knowledge of food safety standards, HACCP and WHS principles.
• Strong communication skills and a team-focused attitude.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving a variety of nutritious, high-quality meals.
• Following food safety, hygiene and safe food-handling practices.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised kitchen environment.
• Working collaboratively with the kitchen team to support smooth daily operations.
• Delivering friendly, customer-focused service.

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety

Communication

Teamwork

Ability to work in fast pace

Education

Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Cook – Chipping Norton Village

At Scalabrini, we believe great food brings people together. As a values-driven, not-for-profit organisation, we’re passionate about enriching the lives of older Australians through exceptional care, and that includes creating high-quality, nutritious meals our residents truly enjoy.

We’re looking for two passionate and reliable Cooks to join our team at Chipping Norton Village on a casual basis.

If you enjoy preparing great food, working as part of a supportive team and making a positive difference in the lives of older people, we’d love to hear from you!

Please note:These casual positions require flexibility to work both morning and afternoon shifts, as well as availability across different days of the week.

What you’ll do

As a Cook, you’ll play an important role in delivering nutritious, high-quality meals for our residents, their families and visitors. Working closely with our kitchen and care teams, you’ll help create enjoyable dining experiences while ensuring food is prepared safely, efficiently and with care.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Preparing and serving a variety of nutritious, high-quality meals.

• Following food safety, hygiene and safe food-handling practices.

• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised kitchen environment.

• Working collaboratively with the kitchen team to support smooth daily operations.

• Contributing to a positive kitchen culture and delivering friendly, customer-focused service.

What you’ll bring

Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Experience working as a cook in a commercial kitchen, with aged care or healthcare experience highly regarded.

• Knowledge of food safety standards, HACCP and workplace health and safety principles.

• Strong communication skills and a team-focused attitude.

• The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Basic computer skills.

• A Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery, or equivalent practical experience.

• Experience in aged care or a similar environment.

• Availability to work flexible morning and afternoon shifts, with flexibility to work across different days of the week.

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who takes pride in their cooking, enjoys working with others and understands that good food can make a real difference to our residents’ day.