Agency Chef

Troocoo Pty; Kempsey; Sur place; AUD 55 000 - 58 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Troocoo Pty is seeking a dedicated Chef for an aged care facility in Kempsey, NSW. This casual role involves preparing nutritious meals, adhering to dietary needs and HACCP standards, and engaging with residents to ensure high-quality service.

Responsibilities include menu planning with dietitians, texture-modified meals, and contributing to quality improvements while ensuring compliance with aged care standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare/aged care settings is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and prepare nutritious meals.
• Knowledge of dietary requirements and quality standards.

Responsabilités

• Prepare and deliver fresh, nutritious meals in line with dietary guidelines.
• Follow food safety protocols and safe work practices (HACCP).
• Participate in seasonal menu planning and discussions with dietitians.
• Provide texture-modified meals (IDDSI) and special diets as required.
• Engage positively with residents, respecting their preferences and cultural needs.
• Support ongoing quality improvement and audit activities.
• Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and food service regulations.

Connaissances

Healthcare experience

Team leadership

Time management

Dietary needs knowledge

Communication

Formation

Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery

Food Safety Supervisor

HACCP Certification

Outils

HACCP procedures

Description du poste

About the Role
Our client is seeking a dedicated Chef to join their welcoming and professional aged care team in Yackandandah. This role is ideal for someone who values resident wellbeing, enjoys working in a collaborative environment, and takes pride in preparing nutritious, high-quality meals that make a genuine difference.

Role: Chef (Casual)
Industry: Aged Care
Working Days: 5 days/week, Monday to Friday
Rates: $41/hr base rate

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver fresh, nutritious meals in line with dietary guidelines.
• Follow food safety protocols and safe work practices (HACCP).
• Participate in seasonal menu planning and discussions with dietitians.
• Provide texture-modified meals (IDDSI) and special diets as required.
• Engage positively with residents, respecting their preferences and cultural needs.
• Support ongoing quality improvement and audit activities.
• Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and food service regulations.

About You:

• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally in a healthcare, aged care, or clinical setting
• Desirable qualifications in Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery, Food Safety Supervisor; HACCP Certificate
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills
• Strong understanding of dietary needs, allergies, and food safety protocols
• Excellent time management, communication, and problem-solving abilities

Location:

Kempsey, NSW offers a unique blend of natural beauty, history, and rural charm. It’s a great opportunity for someone seeking a lifestyle change or wishing to build a career in a regional setting with real impact.