Join Talent Quarter and make a difference through food!

Are you a passionate Chef or Cook looking for flexible casual work in Newcastle? Talent Quarter is seeking experienced cooks and chefs to support our aged care clients across the Newcastle region.

If you enjoy preparing quality meals, working in a team and making a positive difference to the lives of older Australians, we’d love to hear from you!

What’s on offer?

- Flexible casual shifts to suit your availability

- Opportunities across multiple aged care facilities in Newcastle

- Competitive hourly rates

- Ongoing casual work with the potential for regular shifts

- Support from a dedicated recruitment team

About the role

You will be responsible for preparing and serving nutritious, high-quality meals for aged care residents while maintaining a safe, clean and organised kitchen environment.

Your duties may include

- Preparing and cooking meals in accordance with menus and dietary requirements

- Catering for residents with specialised dietary needs, allergies and texture-modified diets

- Maintaining food safety, hygiene and infection control standards





- Assisting with menu preparation, portion control and meal presentation

- Working collaboratively with kitchen and care staff

- Ensuring meals are prepared and served on time

What we’re looking for

- Previous experience working as a Cook or Chef, preferably in aged care, healthcare or a similar high-volume catering environment - minimum of 6 months

- Knowledge of food safety and secure food handling practices
- An understanding of special dietary requirements and food allergies

- Current NDIS clearance

- Current National Police Check

- Evidence of up to date vaccinations

- Full Autralian work rights

- Relevant qualifications in commercial cookery are highly regarded

Ready to get cooking?

If you’re looking for flexible casual work and want to make a difference in aged care, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today or contact the Talent Quarter team to discuss available shifts in Newcastle.

Talent Quarter – Connecting great people with meaningful opportunities.

📌 Cook / Chef (Newcastle)
🏢 Talent Quarter
📍 Newcastle