Cook - Casual

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 Cook – Chipping Norton Village At Scalabrini, we believe great food brings people together.

As a values-driven, not-for-profit organisation, we’re passionate about enriching the lives of older Australians through exceptional care, and that includes creating high-quality, nutritious meals our residents truly enjoy. We’re looking for two passionate and reliable Cooks to join our team at Chipping Norton Village on a casual 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: These casual positions require flexibility to work both morning and afternoon shifts, as well as availability across different days of the week.

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 flexible morning and afternoon shifts, with flexibility to work across different days of the week. 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. Ready to apply?

If you’re a reliable and enthusiastic Cook who enjoys preparing great food and wants to make a genuine difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and join Scalabrini Communities, where the little things you do every day make a big difference.

Benefits

of Working at Scalabrini As well as well working in a village full of positive energy, there are so many benefits to joining our amazing Scalabrini team: An opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives in a frontline role Salary packaging benefits of $15,900 per annum, which decreases your tax and boosts your take home salary Regular team celebrations and events Onsite parking A supportive team environment Please note : All applicants will need to complete an NDIS check and comply with flu vaccination requirements