Chef- Rovingflexible

Juniper; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Juniper is seeking a qualified Chef to join its roving team across Metro and Regional residential facilities on a full-time basis. You will work 37.5 hours per week with shifts varying each week and move between sites as required.

You will prepare meals per cyclic menus, uphold food safety standards, manage stock and budgets, and lead kitchen staff to deliver quality meals in line with DINE standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent).
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Full Driving Licence.
• Experience in a commercial cooking or aged care catering environment.
• Experience managing bulk ordering and stock control.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and infection control.
• Understanding of dietary requirements for older people (including IDDSI).
• 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 according to cyclic and seasonal menus.
• Ensure safe food handling, HACCP and infection control standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic kitchen environment.
• Monitor portion control, minimise waste and manage stock accordingly.
• 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 menus.
• Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and legislation.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Organisation

Budget management

Stock control

Food safety

Dietary knowledge (IDDSI)

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 roving team across Juniper Metro and Regional residential facilities on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Relief Team Coordinator, the successful candidate will need to be flexible moving between locations at short notice. The ability and willingness to work in regional locations is essential. 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.

The successful candidate must be able to work 37.5 hours per week (full-time) with no set roster. Shifts will vary from week to week.

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
• Full Driving Licence
• 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