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.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Chef to join our innovative team at 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!
In this role you will bring your strong cooking skills and passion for your profession to create our residents a fine dining experience that is second to none!
Delivering multi courses, elegant dishes and planning a variety of menus this is your opportunity to show your creative flair whilst working alongside a highly experienced team in a dynamic setting which is redefining the expectations of aged care.
What's on your CV is important, but what's in your heart matters more.
Because at St Vincent's, kindness works for us.
This is a permanent part time opportunity.Shifts as below- Sunday.
Monday & Tuesday: 10am to 6pm Thursday & Friday: 6am to 2pmThings that work for usTrade qualification in Commercial cooking (preferred), current Food Handler CertificateProven experience with volume cooking such as hotels, healthcare and/or similar environmentsExcellent knowledge related to all facets of Food Services which includes but not limited to chill production and planning dining serviceAbility to lead day-to-day production with the assistance of the kitchenhands and accept responsibility for the smooth running of the kitchenUnderstanding of and compliance with food safety hygiene standardsHigh level of customer service skillsStrong attention to detail and excellent communication skillsAbility to follow directives as per care planUnderstanding of Aged Care and resident rights and responsibilitiesNationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (valid within 6 months)



NDIS Worker Screening Check will be a requirement of this roleThings that work for youCompetitive 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 Aitkenhead 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, protected, fair and impartial and invite people from all backgrounds to join our caring family.Reconciliation Action PlanAs 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 people/aboriginal-torres-strait-islander-recruitment or email us Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, secure, 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/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of ConductSt Vincent's Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in ****.
Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent's is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD.
Our founder, Mary Aikenhead's vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do.
From modest beginnings, St Vincent's Health Australia is today the nation's largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities.
The St Vincent's family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more.Closing Date: 17 September *******:59pm
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📌 Chef (New South Wales)
🏢 St Vincent's Health Australia
📍 New South Wales