Chef

Arcare Aged Care; City of Marion; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Reward & Recognition programs

Interstate mobility options

Job summary

Arcare Aged Care in Hove, SA, is seeking a Casual Chef to enhance residents' quality of life by preparing delicious, nutritious meals and leading the Catering team. You will contribute to a warm dining experience and set a positive example in the kitchen.

You will follow menus, accommodate dietary needs, and uphold food safety while working collaboratively with kitchen staff in a supportive environment. This role offers valuable industry experience within a leading provider.

Qualifications

• Adaptability and a collaborative mindset to lead a catering team.
• Passion for producing quality meals and improving dining experiences.
• Ability to lead by example and work well within a team.

Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: Responsible for preparing meals according to the menus designed by the Head Chef. Ensure that the meals are nutritious, appealing, and meet the specific dietary needs of individual residents.
• Special Diets: Accommodate special dietary requirements, such as texture-modified diets, to cater to the unique health conditions and preferences of our residents.
• Food Safety and Hygiene: Adhere to strict food safety and hygiene standards to prevent foodborne illnesses and maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Quality Control: Monitor the quality of ingredients and finished dishes, ensuring that they meet high standards in taste, appearance, and portion sizes.
• Collaboration with Kitchen Staff: Work as part of a team in the kitchen, collaborating with other kitchen staff, to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.

Skills

Adaptability

Passion for what you produce

Lead the team

Collaborative approach

Education

Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)

Food Safety Supervisor Certification

Job description

• Supportive leadership and a positive workplace culture
• State-of-the-art facilities and working environment within leading provider
• Exclusive employee discounts (Apple, Samsung, Travel, Health Insurance, Gyms & more)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Reward & Recognition programs
• Interstate reach & mobility options

Chef - Arcare Hove

Casual

Why Join Arcare?

• Supportive leadership and a positive workplace culture
• Job security, growth industry
• State-of-the-art facilities and working environment within leading provider
• Professional development opportunities
• Exclusive employee discounts (Apple, Samsung, Travel, Health Insurance, Gyms & more)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Reward & Recognition programs
• Interstate reach & mobility options

About The Role

The Chef plays a significant role in enhancing the quality of life for residents at Arcare by providing delicious and nutritious meals. As the Chef, you will prepare well-balanced meals while fostering a positive dining experience for our residents, leading by example & providing guidance to the broader Catering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: Responsible for preparing meals according to the menus designed by the Head Chef. Ensure that the meals are nutritious, appealing, and meet the specific dietary needs of individual residents.
• Special Diets: Accommodate special dietary requirements, such as texture-modified diets, to cater to the unique health conditions and preferences of our residents.
• Food Safety and Hygiene: Adhere to strict food safety and hygiene standards to prevent foodborne illnesses and maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Quality Control: Monitor the quality of ingredients and finished dishes, ensuring that they meet high standards in taste, appearance, and portion sizes.
• Collaboration with Kitchen Staff: Work as part of a team in the kitchen, collaborating with other kitchen staff, to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.

What We’re Looking For

• Certificate III or IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)
• Food Safety Supervisor Certification
• Adaptability, passion for what you produce and how you lead the team
• Collaborative approach

About Arcare

As one of Australia’s leading aged care providers, Arcare operates over 60 residences across QLD, NSW, ACT, SA and VIC, supported by more than 10,000 team members. Our focus is simple — building meaningful relationships between residents, families, and staff, with our residents at the heart of everything we do.

Applicants must have Australian Working Rights and hold (or be willing to obtain) a NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Arcare is proud to celebrate diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.