Chef - Expression of Interest - Various Retirement Living Locations at Anglicare Sydney

Wollongong City Council, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Preparation, Menu Planning, Kitchen Operations, Food Safety, Hygiene Standards, HACCP Compliance, WHS Compliance, Stock Management, Waste Minimisation, Team Collaboration, Communication, Organisation, Mentoring, Customer Experience

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Please note that this job ad is an Expression of Interest and does not indicate the immediate availability of a specific position. Instead, it serves as an invitation to join our talent pool for potential roles that may arise in the future. By submitting your details, you’ll be considered for future opportunities that align with your skills, experience and location to our cafés. Transform lives, every single day Would you like to use your compassion and care for greater impact? At Anglicare Sydney, you can. And together, we will. We’re a well-respected not-for-profit that’s been serving society’s most vulnerable for more than 160 years. Each year, we achieve life-changing outcomes for the 40,000+ people who rely on our person-centred support. Are you an experienced Chef who takes pride in quality food, thoughtful presentation and creating meaningful dining experiences? We are seeking Expressions of Interest from skilled and passionate Chefs to join our Seniors Living communities across Sydney. Your opportunity Permanent and casual opportunities available As a Chef in our retirement villages, you’ll play an integral role in creating nutritious, high-quality meals and memorable dining experiences for residents, guests and the wider community. More than just cooking, you’ll be helping create moments of connection, comfort and enjoyment every day. With professionalism and care, you will: Prepare and deliver high-quality meals in line with menu requirements and resident needs Plan menus and coordinate daily kitchen operations Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and presentation Ensure compliance with HACCP, WHS and food safety regulations Manage stock, ordering and minimise waste Support, guide and work collaboratively with kitchen and café teams Contribute ideas to improve processes, menus and customer experience What you’ll bring You’re a qualified and experienced Chef who thrives in a structured hospitality environment and enjoys working with purpose. To succeed in this role, you will need: Commercial Cookery Certificate or equivalent Previous experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen environment Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards Excellent communication and organisational skills A team-focused, positive attitude with a willingness to support and mentor others A genuine interest in working with and supporting older people Why Anglicare Sydney? At Anglicare Sydney, you’ll belong to a community of kind, humble and respectful people of all faiths and backgrounds – people who genuinely care about the work they do and the people they serve. You’ll be supported by leaders who invest in your growth and wellbeing. On top of that, you’ll enjoy: Monday – Friday opportunities across many sites (role dependent) Salary packaging – pay less tax and increase your take-home pay Ongoing training and professional development Fitness Passport – discounted gym membership for you and your family Exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing initiatives Are you ready for a career that means more? To apply for this Expression of Interest, please click the ‘Apply’ button and submit your resume. Suitable candidates will be contacted as opportunities arise. Anglicare Sydney is as wonderfully diverse as the customers and communities we support. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds. Disclaimer: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Application Close Date: May 01, 2026 Do you want a career that means more? We bring the strength, the support and the strategy to make it happen. At Anglicare, we’re building a future where every voice counts. We celebrate diversity, champion equity, and foster a culture of belonging - because your unique perspective helps shape stronger communities. Joining our team means becoming part of a values-led community, committed to transforming lives across aged care, housing, mental health, disability and family services. Here, you'll find the stability and support to build a meaningful career while making a positive impact in the lives of our society’s most vulnerable people. Because your passion for helping others deserves a home where it can truly flourish. Anglicare is where you can do the best work of your life. Your rewards and benefits We believe that caring for others starts with caring for our people. Because you put so much heart into helping the most vulnerable in our community, we're committed to supporting you to thrive both professionally and personally. Here, we recognise that meaningful work deserves meaningful support. So, we've designed a comprehensive package of rewards and benefits that reflect our values and make a real difference to your life. We support your career by investing in your growth, balance and security through professional development opportunities. We also offer competitive salary packaging, wellbeing programs and generous discounts for you and your family. Staff Rewards Enjoy access to our staff rewards portal, with exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers, free wellbeing resources and more. Salary Packaging Pay less tax on your income and increase your take-home pay! With salary packaging, up to $15,900 of your income is tax free. You can also spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals and entertainment… tax free! Employee Assistance Program At Anglicare, we care about your mental wellbeing, both at work and at home. Our confidential Employee Assistance Program provides free counselling as you need it. Employee Referral Program Be rewarded with a $1,200 incentive every time you help us find the right person for a permanent role! Simply go to our careers page, refer a friend for a permanent role, and if they're hired, you’ll receive an additional $1,200 (taxable) payment when they reach six months of service. Formal Recognition The Performance Review process supports your professional goals through ongoing conversations and feedback from your manager. Your Annual Review Conversation provides an opportunity to formally recognise and reward outstanding performance through career progression, skill development and secondment.

Responsibilities

The Chef will be responsible for preparing and delivering high-quality meals according to menu requirements and resident needs while planning menus and coordinating daily kitchen operations. This role also involves maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, compliance with regulations, managing stock, and supporting kitchen teams.