Aged Care Chef - Meaningful Impact, Balanced Hours

UnitingCare Queensland; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Meal entertainment up to $2,650

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Penalties & allowances

Career development opportunities

Job summary

BlueCare in Elanora Pineshaven Aged Care Facility is seeking a Chef to prepare, cook and serve meals in line with dietary requirements and food safety standards.

The role involves permanent full-time work, Monday to Friday 9am–5pm, with a remuneration of AUD 31.44 per hour plus Super and Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging; 3 years' experience and a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery are preferred.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (Australia) or higher.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a qualified Chef.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Australian food and beverage standards.
• Willingness to complete probity checks as required by policy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve meals in line with dietary requirements and food safety standards.
• Assist senior staff with menu design and implementation.
• Maintain quality standards and follow standard operating procedures.

Skills

Food safety

Menu design

Nutrition awareness

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (Australia)

Job description

BlueCare in Elanora Pineshaven Aged Care Facility is seeking a Chef to prepare, cook and serve meals in line with dietary requirements and food safety standards.

The role involves permanent full-time work, Monday to Friday 9am–5pm, with a remuneration of AUD 31.44 per hour plus Super and Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging; 3 years' experience and a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery are preferred.