Chef Supervisor

OneCare; City of Glenorchy; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-profit salary packaging up to

Supportive team environment

Job summary

OneCare, a Tasmanian not-for-profit aged care organisation, is seeking a hands-on Chef Supervisor on a permanent part-time basis. You will lead a team of Cooks and Catering Assistants, ensuring high-quality, nutritious meals while adhering to dietary requirements and budgetary guidelines.

The role requires at least 3 years in a similar role, a Certificate III in Hospitality, and strong WH&S and food safety knowledge.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a similar role, commercial cookery or aged care (Essential).
• Hospitality Industry Qualification - Certificate III or higher (Essential).
• Produce high quality, nutritious and well-presented meals in line with aged care food service guidelines.
• Demonstrated and proven budget and cost management experience.
• High level of WH&S, HACCP and Food Safety knowledge.
• Experience with menus designed for aged care and knowledge of relevant legislation and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver transformational leadership and manage a team of Cooks and Catering Assistants with coaching and mentoring.
• Maintain OneCare Food Safety compliance and overall food safety standards.
• Lead by example and work alongside catering team members.
• Process invoices, order supplies and manage catering budget efficiently.
• Organise events and activities that support engagement and consumer-centred service.
• Develop an effective Catering Team through training and development.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Food safety

Communication

Team supervision

Education

Certificate III in Hospitality

Job description

OneCare is a not-for-profit aged care organization, founded on the principles of compassion, respect and dignity for the individual. We take a holistic approach to the provision of our services, treating each resident and consumer as a ‘whole person’ with regard to the design and delivery of their individual care and well-being. We have a rich history and have been providing residential aged care for more than 40 years.

What we need

We currently have a Permanent Part-Time opportunity for a suitably qualified hospitality professional, with resilience and strong leadership experience to be a hands-on Chef Supervisor role. We are looking for a driven individual to effectively manage the catering and kitchen function, to ensure the highest quality food and service in accordance with dietary requirements for residents and within budgetary guidelines.

What this role involves:

• Catering / Kitchen Management: Deliver effective transformational leadership and management of a team of Cooks and Catering Assistants, including providing mentoring, ongoing coaching, and support.
• Operations Management: Adhere to and maintain the OneCare Food Safety and ensure all food compliance requirements are managed and delivered on.
• Lead by example by working alongside other Catering Team Members.
• Effective Financial Management: Deliver effective and timely processing of invoices, ordering & management of stock and catering budget.
• Deliver on our individualised care promise to organise events that focus on engagement through activity, understand the importance of a tailored, flexible approach and consumer centred service delivery.
• Training & Development: Develop a cohesive and effective Catering Team.

What you bring to the role

• 3+ years’ experience in a similar role, commercial cookery or aged care experience (Essential)
• Hospitality Industry Qualification - Certificate 111 or higher (Essential)
• Produce high quality, nutritious and well-presentedmeals in line with aged care food service guidelines.
• Demonstrated and proven budget and cost management experience.
• High level of WH&S, HACCP and Food Safety knowledge.
• Previous experience in the design and implementation of nutritionally adequate and appropriate menus specific to Aged Care
• An understanding of the Aged Care legislation andAccreditation standards
• Empathy towards residents, staff and clients
• Ability to lead the kitchen team
• Be responsible for day to day supervision/management of Team Members
• Sound written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive, with strong problem-solving skills
• Customer service ethos with a focus on quality service
• Passion for cooking and take pride providing high quality food and services
• Have full Australian working rights
• Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate highly regarded

What you get in return:

• Generous salary package
• Attractive not-for profit salary packaging up to $18,550 per FBT year
• Rewarding role working for a highly respected Tasmanian not-for-profit organisation which is a leader in the aged care sector
• Support of a cohesive professional network of OneCare staff
• Access to Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, discounted private health, plus ongoing health and wellbeing activities.

Successful candidates will be required to meet OneCare’s relevant pre-employment screening requirements of Police Check (not more than 12 months old)