- Eleebana, NSW, Australia, 2282
- Permanent
- Closing on: Nov 17 2026
Position Description
Calvary St Francis Retirement Community - Eleebana
Cook - Permanent Part Time
- 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
- Become of a family oriented team within and organisation that is 'being for others'
About The Role
Permanent Part Time opportunity for a Cook to join our team St Francis Retirement Community located in Eleebana.
Calvary St Francis is a welcoming aged care community in Eleebana, Lake Macquarie, set within a peaceful bushland environment.
We have an exciting Permanent Part Time opportunity available, 6 shifts per fortnight from 11 am to 7 pm.
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 on (02) 4942 7477 or NSW.Recruitment@calvarycare.org.au
Why work for Calvary?
At Calvary, our staff matter.
Join our team, learn with purpose and drive positive impact in one of Australia's largest healthcare providers across Public and Private Hospitals, Residential Aged Care and Home Care.
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/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role
Cook - Aged Care in Newcastle 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.
