Head Chef

Arcare Aged Care; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcare Logan Reserve is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen operations of a 91-bed residence, delivering nutritious meals while upholding high safety and quality standards.

You will design menus, supervise staff, manage inventory and budget, and collaborate with dietitians to meet residents’ dietary needs. This is a fixed-term, full-time 6-month contract based at the Logan Reserve site.

Qualifications

• Certificate III/IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) required.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certification required.
• Adaptability and collaborative leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Menu planning: design nutritious, diverse menus for residents with dietary needs.
• Food preparation: cook meals using fresh ingredients following safety protocols.
• Quality control: ensure meals meet taste, appearance and portion standards; adjust by resident feedback.
• Inventory & budget management: monitor stock and source ingredients cost-effectively.
• Nutritional analysis: collaborate with dietitians to ensure well-balanced meals.

Skills

Adaptability

Collaborative leadership

Passion for food

Education

Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)

Food Safety Supervisor Certification

Job description

Head Chef - Arcare Logan Reserve

• Fixed-term contract for 6 months
• 91-bed residence
• Full-time work opportunity

Why Join Arcare?

• Supportive leadership and a positive workplace culture
• Job security, growth industry
• State-of-the-art facilities and working environment within a leading provider
• Professional development opportunities
• Exclusive employee discounts (Apple, Samsung, Travel, Health Insurance, Gyms & more)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Reward & Recognition programs
• Interstate reach & mobility options

About the Role:

The Head Chef plays a significant role in enhancing the overall quality of life for residents at Arcare by providing delicious and nutritious meals. The Head Chef is responsible for managing the entire kitchen operations, which includes overseeing the staff and ensuring that high standards of food quality and safety are maintained.

Key responsibilities:

• Menu Planning: Assist with the design of nutritious and diverse menus that cater to the dietary requirements of Arcare residents, considering their specific health conditions, dietary requirements and preferences
• Food Preparation: Preparation and cooking of meals, ensuring that they are prepared with fresh ingredients and follow proper food handling and food safety protocols
• Quality Control: Ensure that all meals meet high-quality standards in taste, appearance, and portion sizes, and make adjustments as needed based on resident feedback
• Inventory & Budget Management: Manage the kitchen's stock levels and budget efficiently by sourcing ingredients cost-effectively and minimising food waste
• Nutritional Analysis: Work with dietitians and nutritionists to analyse the nutritional content of the meals, aiming to provide well-balanced and healthy options for residents

What we’re looking for

• Certificate III or IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)
• Food Safety Supervisor Certification
• Adaptability, passion for what you produce and how you lead the team
• Collaborative approach

About Arcare

As one of Australia’s leading aged care providers, Arcare operates over 60 residences across QLD, NSW, ACT, SA and VIC, supported by more than 10,000 team members. Our focus is simple — building meaningful relationships between residents, families, and staff, with our residents at the heart of everything we do.

Applicants must have Australian Working Rights and hold (or be willing to obtain) an NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Arcare is proud to celebrate diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.