At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare delicious meals and create a welcoming dining experience for our residents.
- Company: Join the RFBI family, a leading aged care provider in NSW.
- Benefits: Attractive pay, salary packaging options, and career advancement opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive team culture with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in the lives of older Australians while honing your culinary skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in cooking and knowledge of food safety principles.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Royal Freemasons' Benevolent Institution (RFBI) operates 22 residential aged care villages and 20 retirement villages. We also offer a range of home and community services across NSW and ACT to support older Australians to remain living in their own home.
About the role:
We have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Cook to join our passionate catering team at RFBI Cessnock Masonic Village. Within this role your key focus will be to ensure the delivery of a high-quality food service to our residents. You will assist the head chef in the preparation of meals, setting the dining area and serving meals for our residents, offering a friendly service and creating a homely environment.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Compliance with food and safety program, providing high quality, efficient and effective service
- Prepare the dining area for mealtimes, serving food and drinks to our residents
- Maintain a clean work environment ensuring all cleaning and dishwashing is done in a timely manner
- Assist the head chef with preparation of meals
- Prepare meals in compliance with health and nutritional standards
- Assist in catering for special functions
About you:
You will be a keen individual who is driven by the opportunity to work for a reputable aged care provider and become part of the RFBI family.
- Qualification in Safe Food Handling
- Certificate III in Hospitality (desirable)
- Working knowledge of Food Safety principles
- Knowledge of special dietary needs for the elderly
- Understanding of WHS responsibilities, including manual handling principles
What’s on offer:
- Work for one of the best providers in the aged care sector
- Attractive hourly rates, conditions and salary sacrifice options
- A friendly and supportive manager, culture & team
- Opportunities for development and advancement in your career
- 17.5% Annual leave loading
- Eligible for 'not for profit' salary packaging up to $15,900 Benefits - Increase your package
Note: You must have or be able to obtain a current National Police Check and be willing to undergo a Pre-Employment Functional Assessment to be eligible for the role.
Closing Date: 27 November 2026
Cook in Cessnock employer: Royal Freemasons' Benevolent Institution Ltd
Join the Royal Freemasons’ Benevolent Institution (RFBI) in Bellingen, where you will be part of an award-winning team dedicated to delivering exceptional aged care services. As a Registered Nurse, you'll enjoy a supportive work culture, competitive hourly rates, and opportunities for professional growth, all while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents. With 146 years of experience, RFBI offers a unique environment that values dignity, health, and wellbeing, ensuring you thrive in your leadership role.
Contact Details:
Royal Freemasons' Benevolent Institution Ltd Recruitment Team
