Cook - Part Time

Scalabrini Communities; Sydney; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

We are Scalabrini Communities. We are a not-for-profit Catholic aged care organisation; Scalabrini puts resident needs first and reinvests in our villages to be the aged care choice for migrant communities across NSW.

We’re looking for a passionate and reliable Cook to join our team at Bexley Village on a part-time 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!

Qualifications

• Experience working as a cook in a commercial kitchen, aged care or healthcare preferred.
• 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.
• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery, or equivalent experience.
• Availability to work Thursday and Friday morning shifts.

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

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Basic computer skills

Education

Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

We are Scalabrini Communities. As a not-for-profit (or for-purpose), Catholic aged care organisation, Scalabrini puts resident needs first. We are not driven by profit maximisation and we are not guided by cost-cutting or revenue. Instead, we continuously invest back into our villages, to maintain our position as the aged care choice for migrant communities across New South Wales.

With a tradition of community, mutual help, faith and family, Scalabrini offers the provision of excellent care to the aged population and people living with dementia, delivered with a profound sense of respect for all cultures. We have eight aged care villages across NSW and SA, including five within the Sydney Metro area one in Griffith in regional NSW and two in South Australia as well as our Home Care program, Live Easy

We’re looking for a passionate and reliableCook to join our team at Bexley Village on a part-time 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: The available shifts for this part-time position are Thursday and Friday mornings.

We’re looking for a passionate and reliableCook to join our team at Bexley Village on a part-time 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: The available shifts for this part-time position are Thursday and Friday mornings.

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 Thursday and Friday morning shifts.

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.