At a Glance
- Tasks: Cook fresh meals for aged care residents and support their health and wellbeing.
- Company: Join Calvary, one of Australia’s largest healthcare providers with a family-oriented culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy salary packaging, discounted health insurance, flexible hours, and career development.
- Other info: Permanent part-time role with 6 shifts per fortnight in a peaceful bushland environment.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable residents while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Knowledge of nutritional guidelines and ability to cook according to planned menus.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 $ per year.
Calvary St Francis Retirement Community - Eleebana is seeking a Cook for a Permanent Part Time opportunity. This role is located in a welcoming aged care community in Eleebana, Lake Macquarie, set within a peaceful bushland environment. The position offers 6 shifts per fortnight from 11 am to 7 pm, with the following schedule:
- Week 1 - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday
- Week 2 - Wednesday and Thursday
Your main duties will include:
- Providing fresh cooked meals to our vulnerable Aged Care Residents
- Supporting our Aged Care cohort maintain their health and wellbeing through meeting the Calvary National Menu Guide.
About You
- Knowledge of IDDSI and nutritional guidelines
- Ability to cook meals in line with planned menus
- Completion of (HLTFSE001 - Follow Basic Food Safety Practices) or willingness to obtain
- Effective interpersonal communication; both written and verbal
- Working knowledge of WH&S and Infection Control
- Ability to operate standard domestic and industrial kitchen equipment
- Desirable TAFE Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or Certificate Level III in Food Studies (or working towards)
- Experience in aged care or healthcare setting.
For further information please contact Mercy Chua or Susan Sinclair.
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/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role.
Cook employer: Calvary Health Care
Calvary is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a leading national healthcare organisation. With generous salary packaging benefits, ongoing professional development, and a supportive team environment, employees can thrive in a flexible work culture across major cities like Sydney, Newcastle, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Join us to be part of a values-driven organisation that prioritises diversity, inclusion, and career growth, all while delivering quality care to the community.
