Cook - Cessnock

Part-Time Opportunity Available

About RFBI

Royal Freemasons’ Benevolent Institution (RFBI) operates 22 residential aged care villages and 20 retirement villages. We also offer a range of home and community services across NSW and ACT to support older Australians to remain living in their own home.

About the role:

We have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Cook to join our passionate catering team at RFBI Cessnock Masonic Village. Within this role your key focus will be to ensure the delivery of a high-quality food service to our residents.  You will assist the head chef in the preparation of meals, setting the dining area and serving meals for our residents, offering a friendly service and creating a homely environment.

Your key responsibilities will include;

Compliance with food and safety program, providing high quality, efficient and effective service

Prepare the dining area for mealtimes, serving food and drinks to our residents

Maintain a clean work environment ensuring all cleaning and dishwashing is done in a timely manner

Assist the head chef with preparation of meals

Prepare meals in compliance with health and nutritional standards

Assist in catering for special functions

About you:

You will be keen individual who is driven by the opportunity to work for a reputable aged care provider and become part of the RFBI family.

Qualification in Safe Food Handling

Certificate III in Hospitality (desirable)

Working knowledge of Food Safety principles

Knowledge of special dietary needs for the elderly

Understanding of WHS responsibilities, including manual handling principles

What’s on offer:

Work for one of the best providers in the aged care sector

Attractive hourly rates, conditions and salary sacrifice options

A friendly and supportive manager, culture & team

Opportunities for develop and advance your career

17.5%Annual leave loading

* Eligible for 'not for profit' salary packaging up to $15,900 Benefits - Increase your package

Note: You must have or be able to obtain a current National Police Check and be willing to undergo a Pre-Employment Functional Assessment to be eligible for the role.

Closing Date:  27 November 2026

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