Little Sisters of the Poor Aged Care – Randwick NSW

Little Sisters of the Poor Aged Care is seeking a

Cook

to join our culinary team on a

casual basis . This is an excellent opportunity to work in a meaningful aged care setting where you will prepare nutritious and delicious meals for our residents. Based in

Randwick , this role is essential to our mission of providing compassionate care and quality living experiences for our elderly residents. As a Cook, you will play a vital role in ensuring our residents receive meals that meet their nutritional needs, dietary requirements and personal preferences, whilst contributing to their overall wellbeing and dignity.

What you'll be doing

Preparing and cooking a variety of meals and menus for residents, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene

Following recipes and meal plans whilst accommodating residents' dietary requirements, allergies and cultural preferences

Managing food storage, stock rotation and inventory in accordance with food safety regulations

Maintaining a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment, including proper sanitisation and waste management procedures

Working collaboratively with the aged care team to understand and respond to residents' nutritional and dietary needs

Monitoring portion sizes and nutritional balance to support residents' health and wellbeing

Assisting with food preparation tasks as required, including vegetable preparation, stock making and sauce preparation

Adhering to all food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards

What we're looking for

Proven experience as a Cook, ideally within an aged care, hospitality or institutional catering setting

Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices, including understanding of food storage, preparation and handling standards





Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced kitchen environment whilst maintaining quality standards

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team

Flexibility and adaptability, particularly important given the casual nature of this role

A compassionate approach to working with elderly residents and their specific dietary and nutritional needs

Culinary qualifications or formal training in cooking are desirable

Current food safety certification is preferred

Valid Police Clearance or willingness to obtain one

What we offer At Little Sisters of the Poor Aged Care, we value our staff and offer a supportive work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of our residents. Working with us provides the opportunity to be part of a compassionate, mission‑driven organisation committed to aged care excellence. We offer casual employment flexibility, allowing you to balance work with other commitments.

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Our team is dedicated to creating a warm, welcoming environment where both staff and residents thrive. We provide ongoing support and the chance to develop your skills within the aged care sector.

About us Little Sisters of the Poor Aged Care is a respected provider of aged care services across Australia, with a long‑standing commitment to delivering person‑centred care with dignity, compassion and respect. Grounded in our values of care, love and service, we provide safe, supportive residential aged care facilities where elderly residents can enjoy quality of life and maintain their independence. Our team is dedicated to creating a home‑like environment where residents feel valued and cared for. We believe that good nutrition is fundamental to wellbeing, and our kitchen team plays an essential role in this mission.

📌 Cook (Randwick)
🏢 Little Sisters of the Poor Aged Care
📍 Randwick