Chef/Cook

2 days ago

Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia Vincent Court Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

What's in it for you? 

  • Competitive Compensation:Enjoy a competitive hourly rate (based on exp), 12% Superannuation
  • Not for Profit Salary Packaging: Options of up to $15,900 Tax-Free + Meals & Entertainment –
  • Retail Benefits: Enjoy online + in store discounts with Blue Light Card Australia
  • Employee Support:An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)for you and your immediate family. With 24/7 access to a range of benefits
  • Career Development:Nurture your professional growth through Onsite & Online professional development programs, providing pathways for advancement within our organisation
  • Care Friends:Refer friends, earn points, and turn them into cash. It's our way of saying thank you for bringing great people on board
  • Award-Winning Culture:Be part of a team that values excellence and is recognised for its award-winning culture program

Who we are:

At Vincent Court we aim to provide the highest quality residential aged care in environments that are rich with the senses of home. 

At the heart of our offering is a deep commitment to a resident first approach. Maintaining safety and quality in everything we do, promoting working together to achieve together, by using our resources wisely.

The Role:

We are looking for an experienced Cook or Chef who is passionate about a person-centred approach to care, to join our Catering Team. This is a casual position to begin, with the possibility of permanent in the future.

Reporting to the Residential Service Manager, the Chef/Cook is responsible for providing a nutritious, appetising, and varied menu for residents that enhances their quality of life. This menu is nutritionally sound, is aligned to residents' individual medical and other needs and preferences, the Aged Care Quality standards, regulatory requirements and is delivered within budget. 

What you will do:

  • Manage all aspects of the Kitchen section, including to train, lead and inspire the Kitchen team to ensure a highly skilled, well organised and motivated team.
  • Have creative input into seasonal menu development
  • Oversee the day to day implementation of the Food Safety Program within all areas under control.
  • Ensure food safety standards, preparation, presentation and cooking techniques are established, monitored and maintained to meet current Food Concept guidelines
  • Delivery of food is executed in a timely manner
  • Undertake ordering of stock for all kitchen areas needs, ensuring orders across sections are condensed to reduce excessive stock, and par stock levels are maintained

Who are you and what will you bring:

  • At least 1-2 years' experience as a Chef or a Cook in a residential aged care setting
  • Completed Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (desirable)
  • Completed Food Safety Supervisor Course (desirable or willing to obtain)
  • Excellent communication skills (written, verbal & interpersonal)
  • Hold and maintain NDIS Worker Check (or willing to obtain)

Interested? We would love to hear from you

To learn more about us visit: or email

*Thank you for your consideration. We look forward to hearing from you.

** Please note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted applicants selected for interview will be contacted ***

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