Cook (Casual)

Job Description:We are looking for a special kind of person – a St Vincent’s kind of person. Someone who puts compassion, connection and caring for other people at the heart of everything they do.As a Cook you’ll be part of an experienced, engaged and dedicated team helping to create a welcoming, professional and supportive care experience for the residents of St Vincent’s Care Services Heathcote.St Vincent's Care Services Heathcote (locally known as John Paul Village) is a 213 bed facility located 35km from Sydney's CBD. It is situated next to the Royal National Park, one of Sydney's real treasures!What’s on your CV is important, but what’s in your heart matters more.Because at St Vincent’s, kindness works for us.Things that work for us:Qualification in Commercial CookingPrevious experience in a similar role assisting in the preparation and serving of meals. Aged care &/or hospital experience desirable.Flexibility to produce special dietary requirements – knowledge of aged care related nutrition and special diets for health advantageous.Flexibility to work AM/PM shift across the week on an as needed basis.Assisting with food service duties including setting tables, cleaning dishes and cleaningGenuine and professional customer service skills, team player and well presentedEnsure compliance with food safety hygiene standardsMaintaining a safe environment for residents and staffUp to date Flu and COVID-19 vaccinations (3) and National Police Certificate (within the last 6 months)Things that work for you:Opportunity to join a brand new residence redefining the expectations of aged careCompetitive salary packaging options up to $15,990, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annumOpportunity to work for the nation’s largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive visionFriendly team environment with a great community care spiritAbility to visibly see your impact on the business and its serviceNo cost uniforms and trainingFree annual flu vaccinationEmployee Assistance Program for staff and their familiesAccess to the Fitness Passport (FP)Why become part of the St Vincent’s Care family?Because you’re like us, you believe that every act of kindness makes the world a better place. Better for everyone who lives in the 20+ facilities and locations we operate in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. Better for all our staff and employees, who work tirelessly to provide the highest levels of care and quality of life for our clients. And better support for the local communities we play an important role in and continue to support.For more than 175 years, St Vincent’s Care Services (SVCS) has been a leading Catholic provider of Aged Care Services in Australia and the legacy of compassion, justice, integrity and excellence entrusted to us by the Sisters of Charity and their Founder Mary Aikenhead continues to inspire our work today.Our spiritual and hospital-based heritage has taught us that wellness is about more than medical needs. It’s about building a true partnership around trust and respect. That’s why we take a person-centred approach – delivering holistic, individual care that achieves wellbeing for mind, body and spirit.At St Vincent’s we value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the important of creating a work environment that is welcome, safe, fair and impartial and invite people from all backgrounds to join our caring family.Reconciliation Action PlanSt Vincent’s Health Australia embraces Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s unique perspectives, knowledge, and cultural. We strive to achieve better physical, mental, and spiritual health outcomes through continued connection with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We understand the need to effectively engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to influence decision making at all levels and to create opportunity through sustainable and culturally safe employment.As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit ,Interested? Apply online today as we will progressing applications throughout the advertising period!Resumes submitted via email will not be considered- thank you for applying online.Respectfully- No agencies please.Position Description and Critical Job Demands Checklist:Contact Details: Susan WildAlternate Contact:Closing Date: 18 May 2024 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.For further information, visit https or get in contact atCode of Conduct: