Chef Manager - Aged Care Dining Leader

Australian Unity Limited; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14 week parental leave

Referral bonus $500

Employee assistance program

Learning program

Staff discounts

Job summary

Australian Unity Limited is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the kitchen at Peninsula Grange, Mornington, delivering nutritious meals and ensuring high standards of service for residents under the Better Together ageing model.

The role requires a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, a Food Handling/Safety certificate, and solid leadership skills. It offers full-time hours, on-site work, and supportive benefits for staff development and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.
• A Food Handling or Food Safety Certificate (HLTFSE001) or willingness to obtain one.
• A strong customer focus and leadership skills.
• Experience in a similar role within Aged Care or catering would be advantageous but not essential.
• Knowledge of special dietary requirements/modified meals beneficial.
• Fully Vaccinated for Covid 19, including the booster and influenza.

Responsibilities

• Preparing nutritious dinners and desserts to the highest standards.
• Knowledge of Allergens and Intolerances and catering for individual dietary requirements.
• Driving new ACQS regulatory standards.
• Managing stock levels, ensuring that ordering for the facility is done correctly and in line with budgets.
• Maintaining hygiene standards within the kitchen and adhering to health and safety procedures.
• Leading and supporting team of Food Service Assistants, Chefs and Cooks.
• Full-Time employment - hours Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm.
• Catering to special dietary and nutritional needs of residents.
• Interacting with residents and providing person-centred care.

Skills

Leadership

Customer focus

People management

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Australian Unity Limited is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the kitchen at Peninsula Grange, Mornington, delivering nutritious meals and ensuring high standards of service for residents under the Better Together ageing model.

The role requires a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, a Food Handling/Safety certificate, and solid leadership skills. It offers full-time hours, on-site work, and supportive benefits for staff development and wellbeing.