Demi Chef - Croydon Grove Care Community

Opal Healthcare; Melbourne; Híbrido; AUD 34.000 - 44.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Permanent full-time, part-time and cas

Flexible shifts on a 7-day roster

Competitive hourly rates + penalty/12%

Opal HealthCare Academy

Scholarships up to $15,000 for study

Career progression opportunities

Staff discounts and wellbeing programs

Referral bonus up to $5,000

Industry-leading systems and tech

Descripción de la vacante

Opal HealthCare is seeking a Demi Chef for Croydon Grove Care Community in Croydon, Victoria. You will join the hospitality team to prepare nutritious meals for residents and work closely with the Head Chef to ensure high-quality dining experiences.

The role runs Monday to Thursday, 06:00-14:00, with opportunities across permanent full-time, part-time, and casual positions. Flexible shifts and comprehensive benefits support your development in a caring environment.

Formación

• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery.
• Current Food Handling Certificate or Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen environment.
• A genuine passion for food and creating positive dining experiences.
• Strong food preparation, organisation, and time management skills.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain quality standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Understanding of food safety, workplace health and safety, and infection control practices.
• Willingness to complete: Pre-employment medical, Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and deliver nutritious meals, snacks, and dining experiences for residents.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served in line with dietary requirements and preferences.
• Maintain high standards of food presentation, quality, and customer service.
• Support meal service delivery in accordance with kitchen schedules and service standards.
• Work collaboratively with the Head Chef and hospitality team.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment.
• Assist with stock rotation, deliveries, and minimisation of food waste.
• Follow food safety, infection control, and workplace safety requirements at all times.

Conocimientos

Food preparation

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Educación

Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery

Food Handling Certificate or Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Descripción del empleo

Demi Chef - Croydon Grove Care Community

Croydon Grove Care Community, 1 Heritage Avenue, Croydon, Victoria, Australia

"At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don't succeed, people do."
Our purpose is to bring joy to those we care for and our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence reflect that C.A.R.E is at the heart of everything we do. Opal HealthCare is one of Australia's leading private aged care providers, with over 150 Care Communities, caring for more than 14,000 residents and supporting over 23,000 team members nationwide.

This role is for Monday - Thursday from 06:00-14:00

About the Role

We're looking for a passionate Demi Chef to join our hospitality team (Monday - Thursday 06:00-14:00) and help create enjoyable dining experiences for our residents. Working closely with the Head Chef and catering team, you'll prepare nutritious, high-quality meals while contributing to a welcoming dining experience that supports resident wellbeing and choice.

About Croydon Grove

At Croydon Grove Opal Healthcare, you'll be part of a welcoming team where your work is valued, your growth is supported, and every day is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our residents.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and deliver nutritious meals, snacks, and dining experiences for residents
• Ensure meals are prepared and served in line with dietary requirements and preferences
• Maintain high standards of food presentation, quality, and customer service
• Support meal service delivery in accordance with kitchen schedules and service standards
• Work collaboratively with the Head Chef and hospitality team
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment
• Assist with stock rotation, deliveries, and minimisation of food waste
• Follow food safety, infection control, and workplace safety requirements at all times

Benefits & Rewards

• Permanent full-time, part-time and casual opportunities available
• Flexible shifts across a 7-day rotating roster
• Competitive hourly rates plus penalty rates and 12% superannuation
• Ongoing learning and development through the Opal HealthCare Academy
• Scholarships of up to $15,000 for further study
• State and national career progression opportunities
• Team Member discounts, wellbeing programs and recognition initiatives
• Up to $5,000 referral bonus for eligible referrals
• Industry-leading systems, technology and innovation

What You'll Bring

• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery
• Current Food Handling Certificate or Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen environment
• A genuine passion for food and creating positive dining experiences
• Strong food preparation, organisation, and time management skills
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain quality standards
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Understanding of food safety, workplace health and safety, and infection control practices
• Willingness to complete:
• Pre-employment medical
• Police Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check

Make a Meaningful Move

Join a team that values your skills, supports your development, and empowers you to create meals that bring enjoyment and comfort to residents every day.