Cook

About the Role

This full-time Cook position is based in Colac, Victoria, at Calvary Barongarook Gardens and Calvary The Regent. The role involves preparing and cooking high-quality, nutritionally balanced meals for aged care residents, working across two locations with a combined workload of approximately 76.9 hours per fortnight. You will collaborate closely with the kitchen team to ensure meals meet dietary requirements and preferences, while maintaining strict adherence to food safety and hygiene standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare freshly cooked meals for vulnerable aged care residents.
• Support residents' health and wellbeing by following the Calvary National Menu Guide.

Candidate Profile

• Familiarity with IDDSI framework and nutritional guidelines relevant to aged care.
• Capability to prepare meals according to planned menus.
• Completed or willing to complete basic food safety certification (HLTFSE001).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) and infection control practices.
• Proficiency using standard domestic and industrial kitchen equipment.
• TAFE Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or Certificate Level III in Food Studies preferred but not mandatory.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Hourly wage between $31 and $36 based on experience, plus superannuation.
• Opportunities for salary packaging, discounted health insurance, and gym memberships as part of a not-for-profit benefits scheme.
• Supportive team environment that fosters professional growth, training, and career advancement.
• Flexible work schedules to support work-life balance.
• Sponsorship options available for highly suitable candidates.

Additional Information

• Position is permanent with application closing August 14, 2026.
• Pre-employment screenings including reference checks, eligibility to work, criminal history, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and health assessments are mandatory.
• Evidence of required immunizations must be provided.

About Calvary

Calvary is one of Australia's largest healthcare providers with over 130 years of service and more than 18,000 staff and volunteers. Committed to inclusivity and valuing each individual's identity and background, Calvary provides care from the heart across a range of health services including aged care, retirement living, and hospitals.