Cook
Job no: 527090
Work type: Casual
Location: Ryde
Categories: Hospitality
Calvary Ryde Retirement Community
Cook - Casual
- 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
We are looking for a Cook to join our team in Ryde, NSW. Working with Calvary Aged Care, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality, nutritionally balanced meals for our residents.
You will work closely with our kitchen team to ensure that our residents receive meals that meet their dietary needs and preferences, while also adhering to food safety and hygiene standards.
Your main duties will include:
- Assist the head chef to plan, prepare, and cook meals for residents, taking into consideration their dietary requirements and preferences.
- Collaborate with the kitchen team to create menus that are both nutritious and appealing.
- Ensure all meals are prepared and served in a timely manner.
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, following food safety and hygiene protocols.
About you
- Minimum 5 years experience (essential)
- TAFE Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or Certificate Level III in Food Studies (or working towards) (Desirable)
- Experience in aged care or healthcare setting (Desirable)
- 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
For further information please contact Samita Gurung Residential Site Manager at Samita.Gurung@calvarycare.org.au
Why work for Calvary?
At Calvary, our staff matter.
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
As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.
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/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role
- You may be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.
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