Chef

Juniper; City Of Bayswater; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate

Salary packaging

Health insurance discounts

Juniperks access

Supportive team

Job summary

Juniper Carramar in Morley is seeking a qualified Chef to join our team in a permanent-part time capacity, Saturdays and Sundays 0930-1730. You’ll prepare meals to meet cyclic menus, maintain HACCP standards and support senior residents with dietary needs.

The role requires a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) and a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, with robust experience in commercial cooking or aged care catering. Competitive hourly rate and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Experience in a commercial cooking and/or aged care catering environment
• Experience managing bulk ordering and stock control
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and infection control standards
• Understanding of dietary requirements for older people (including IDDSI standards)
• Ability to manage food budgets and cost controls
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Demonstrated leadership and team direction capability

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with Juniper’s cyclic and seasonal menus
• Ensure adherence to safe food handling, HACCP and infection control standards
• Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic kitchen environment
• Monitor portion control, minimise food wastage and manage stock effectively
• Order and control stock within food cost guidelines
• Supervise and direct kitchen staff in line with DINE standards
• Participate in customer meetings and incorporate feedback into menu planning
• Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and relevant legislation

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Budgeting

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Job description

About Juniper:

At Juniper, we are proud to be one of Western Australia’s largest local, not-for-profit aged care providers. We champion individualised care that keeps our customers connected to the people, passions and places they’ve always loved.

The Role:

We are currently seeking a qualified Chef to join our team at Juniper Carramar in Morely in a part-time capacity. Reporting to the Residential Manager and working in partnership with the Hospitality Services Manager, the Chef is responsible for providing appropriate, nutritious and enjoyable meals for our customers in accordance with Juniper’s cyclic menus, DINE standards and Food Safety Program.

Juniper Carramar in Morely is currently seeking an experienced Chef to join the team on a permanent-part time basis, working Saturdays and Sundays 0930-1730.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with Juniper’s cyclic and seasonal menus
• Ensure adherence to safe food handling, HACCP and infection control standards
• Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic kitchen environment
• Monitor portion control, minimise food wastage and manage stock effectively
• Order and control stock within food cost guidelines
• Supervise and direct kitchen staff in line with DINE standards
• Participate in customer meetings and incorporate feedback into menu planning
• Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and relevant legislation

Key Requirements:

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Experience in a commercial cooking and/or aged care catering environment
• Experience managing bulk ordering and stock control
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and infection control standards
• Understanding of dietary requirements for older people (including IDDSI standards)
• Ability to manage food budgets and cost controls
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Demonstrated leadership and team direction capability

Why Join Juniper?

• $44.99 per hour + superannuation
• Salary packaging up to $18,550 per annum
• Health insurance discounts with HBF and Medibank
• Access to Juniperks – staff recognition and retail discounts
• Supportive team environment aligned with strong values