Aged Care Chef Leader - Compassionate, High-Volume Dining

St Vincent's Health Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Job summary

St Vincent's Care Services Werribee is seeking a Chef to join our caring, professional team. This role supports a contemporary aged care facility of 80 beds, focusing on high-quality dining and resident experience in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will hold a commercial cooking trade qualification, have experience with high-volume meals, and demonstrate strong leadership and communication to manage dietary needs and budgeted rosters.

Qualifications

• High volume cooking experience.
• Flexibility to manage special dietary requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Roster management within approved budget while the head chef is away.
• Be part of the leadership team to ensure a superior dining service.
• Maintain a safe environment for residents and staff.
• Able to work in a fast-paced multidisciplinary team.
• Lead under pressure and drive a strong team culture.

Skills

High volume cooking

Leadership under pressure

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Customer service focus

Dietary flexibility

Education

Trade qualification in Commercial cooking

Job description

St Vincent's Care Services Werribee is seeking a Chef to join our caring, professional team. This role supports a contemporary aged care facility of 80 beds, focusing on high-quality dining and resident experience in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will hold a commercial cooking trade qualification, have experience with high-volume meals, and demonstrate strong leadership and communication to manage dietary needs and budgeted rosters.