Chef

Aveo; Springfield; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Employee Referral Program

Discounts on Health Insurance & Retail

Annual flu vaccinations

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Aveo Springfield Vista Retirement Living is seeking a Chef to deliver high-quality meals with an à la carte influence, balancing taste, nutrition and presentation. This permanent part-time role runs Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:30am to 6:00pm, within a welcoming retirement community.

You should have experience in quality hospitality and hold a Certificate in Commercial Cookery; a Food Safety certification is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef in restaurant, hotel, healthcare or quality hospitality environment.
• Confident working independently while also a strong team player.
• Strong communication skills and genuine interest in connecting with residents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present fresh, high-quality meals with an à la carte influence or per menu plans across lunch and dinner.
• Support day-to-day kitchen operations including ordering, stock rotation and food prep.
• Maintain cleanliness, food safety and compliance to standards.

Skills

Restaurant service experience

Independent worker and strong team

Communication with residents

Education

Certificate in Commercial Cookery

Food Safety certification

Job description

Do you love to build genuine connections, nurture belonging and enhance life? At Aveo, you can do just that and more. Join us and feel confident to embrace new challenges in our supportive culture. Bring your whole-self to work, grow as you learn new things and be rewarded through the joy of helping others. Together let's redefine retirement living for senior Australians.

The Opportunity

Springfield Vista Retirement Living is a vibrant community nested amongst beautifully landscaped gardens within the Greater Springfield area, offering easy access to Brookwater Golf and Country Club, Mater Private Hospital Springfield, Robelle Domain Parklands, and Springfield Train Station. As a Chef, you’ll deliver a high-quality dining experience that enhances the everyday lives of our residents. Bringing an à la carte-inspired approach, you’ll prepare fresh, well-presented meals that balance flavour, nutrition, and consistency. This is a great opportunity to showcase your skills, build meaningful connections, and enjoy more balance than traditional hospitality settings.

This is a permanent part-time role working Monday, Wednesday and Friday (9:30am – 6:00pm)

Your Impact

• Prepare and present fresh, high-quality restaurant meals with an à la carte influence OR prepare and present fresh, high-quality meals in line with menu plans, across lunch and dinner service times
• Support day-to-day kitchen operations, including ordering, stock rotation, and food preparation
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and compliance
• Contribute ideas to upcoming functions, menu changes and continuously improve the dining experience
• Work collaboratively with the wider team to ensure smooth kitchen operations
• Build meaningful connections with residents, fostering a sense of community and belonging

What you'll bring

• Experience as a Chef in a restaurant, hotel, healthcare or quality hospitality environment
• Confidence working independently, while also being a strong team player
• Strong communication skills and a genuine interest in connecting with residents
• Enthusiasm for working in retirement living and making a positive impact
• Certificate in Commercial Cookery (required) and Food Safety certification (desirable)

What we offer

• $35.02/hr + superannuation+ relevant award entitlements including penalty rates,overtimeand allowances
• Employee ReferralProgramand Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts to Health Insurance and Retail & Leisure partner providers
• Annual flu vaccinations and skin checks
• The opportunity to build meaningful, lasting relationships with residents and contribute to our retirement community
• Opportunities for further career progression

Who we are

As a leader in retirement living, with 30 years' experience, Aveo provides the stability and confidence to try new things and keep innovating. Owned by The Living Company, we're on an exciting journey of growth. Our in-house range of services is holistic, supporting our customers in their independence for as long as possible. This helps us deliver a seamless experience for our 10,000 residents across 60+ diverse communities nationwide. We're a dedicated group of over 1000 caring, friendly team members; united with our core values; Kindness, Care and Respect. Together we create thriving communities that help retired Australians be their best selves.