Chef - Birkdale Location

Micare; Queensland; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

MiCare is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team in Queensland, delivering high-quality meals for residents while ensuring safety and adherence to recipes. You will work closely with the Chef Team Leader, preparing large-volume meals and meeting dietary and texture-modified requirements for elderly residents, maintaining HACCP standards throughout.

We value compassion, cultural sensitivity and Eden Alternative principles; Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency is

Qualifications

• Level 1/2 Food Safety Certificate; appropriate food safety competence.
• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery.
• Sous chef or similar production kitchen experience.
• Sound knowledge of HACCP and food safety practices.
• Understanding dietary needs of elderly residents, including texture-modified diets.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen.
• Experience with bulk cooking and adapting recipes for large quantities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-volume meals meeting dietary and texture requirements.
• Maintain HACCP-compliant kitchen practices and safety standards.
• Collaborate with the Chef Team Leader and kitchen staff.
• Maintain a clean, hazard-free environment and report hazards.
• Follow procedures for accident and incident reporting.

Skills

Compassionate care

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Cultural sensitivity

Eden Principles

Flexible attitude

Education

Level 1 and 2 Food Safety Certificate / Appropriate Food Safety Competence

Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Make a lasting impact in a values-driven organisation supporting diverse communities

Why MiCare?

Save on tax with generous salary packaging benefits — novated leasing, general living expenses, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire.
Enjoy exclusive perks via our employee wellness portal — access to amazing discounts on everyday items.
Act as a change agent — drive real transformation in a purpose-led organisation.
Be part of a multicultural, values-led team making a real difference in the community.
Grow with us — access professional development in a supportive, collaborative environment.

MiCare is a not-for-profit organisation that exists to enable people from diverse backgrounds to lead dignified and meaningful lives. We offer aged care, home care, retirement living and migrant support services, with a strong focus on culturally appropriate care and community connection.

With teams located across Victoria and Queensland, we embrace diversity in both our workforce and the communities we support. At MiCare, you’ll join a compassionate, dedicated group of people working to deliver real impact every day.

The Role

Join our dynamic kitchen team as a Chef de Partie, where you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, consistent meals in a safe and compliant environment. Working closely with the Chef Team Leader and broader kitchen staff, you’ll prepare large-volume meals with care, ensuring all dietary and texture-modified requirements are met. We’re looking for someone with a passion for cooking, strong organisational skills, and an understanding of the nutritional needs of elderly residents.

• Ability to complete the key responsibilities of the role to the required standard
• Be aware of work health and safety requirements and report hazards and issues of concern.
• Be aware of emergency procedures and location of evacuation exits and equipment
• Assistance in the maintenance of a clean, hazard free environment
• Follow workplace procedures for accident and incident reporting

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications

• Level 1 and 2 Food Safety Certificate / Appropriate Food Safety Competence
• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery

Experience

• Proven experience as a Sous chef or in a similar role in a production kitchen.
• Sound knowledge of food safety practices, including HACCP regulations.
• Understanding of the dietary needs and nutritional requirements of elderly residents, including texture-modified diets.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Understanding of portion control and large-scale food preparation techniques.
• Experience with bulk cooking and the ability to adapt recipes for large quantities while maintaining food quality.

Essential skills

• A compassionate and caring attitude, with an understanding of the needs of elderly residents.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring meals meet dietary and nutritional requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a focus on efficiency and high standards.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• The ability to work in a culturally sensitive manner within an ethno-specific environment.
• A preparedness to work to the 10 principles of the Eden Alternative philosophy.
• Self-motivated with a flexible, caring and patient attitude.

To be considered for this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or permanent resident. The successful applicant must satisfactorily complete all pre-employment checks, including National Police Check.

You can also review the Position Description for further information about the role and requirements.

Applications close 5:00pm, 18 November 2026

MiCare is handling this recruitment independently and is not engaging agency support at this stage.