Head Chef

Opal Healthcare; Caboolture; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

12% superannuation

Paid parental leave

Study support scholarships

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Opal HealthCare is seeking a Head Chef to lead the Caboolture Parklands Care Community kitchen and design exceptional dining experiences for residents. You will oversee a day-time kitchen, mentor staff, and ensure nutritional, safe meals are served daily.

The role requires leadership capabilities, culinary excellence, and a passion for aged care. Permanent full-time hours Monday to Friday, with an attractive salary package and opportunities for career development through the Opal HealthCare

Qualifications

• Requires Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
• Proven Head Chef experience in a leadership role.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certification required.
• Strong leadership, communication and financial management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team to deliver nutritious and delicious meals daily.
• Design creative, seasonal menus for residents with diverse preferences.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety and kitchen hygiene.
• Manage kitchen budgets, stock control and ordering efficiently.
• Create a dining experience that enhances residents' quality of life.

Skills

Head Chef

Leadership

Menu design

Food safety

Budget management

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Job description

\"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 CARE is at the heart of everything we do. Opal HealthCare is one of Australia's leading aged care providers with over 149 Care Communities and over 23,000 team members nationwide.

About the Role:

We're looking for a passionate and creative Head Chef to lead our kitchen, design incredible menus, and deliver an outstanding dining experience for our residents at Caboolture Parklands Care Community.

What's on Offer:

• Location: Caboolture Parklands Care Community
• Employment Type: Permanent full-time, Monday - Friday 9am-5.36pm
• Remuneration: Attractive salary package + superannuation
• Additional Benefits: 12% superannuation & paid parental leave
• True work-life balance - Lead a day-time kitchen with a Monday to Friday rostercareer development - Masterclasses, networking, and leadership pathways via our Opal HealthCare AcademyCreative freedom - Design seasonal menus and create memorable dining experiencesStudy support - Scholarships up to $15,000 for further educationPaid parental leave - Industry-leading policy$5,000 referral bonuses for bringing a friend onboard

What You'll Do:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire our kitchen team to deliver nutritious and delicious meals every day.
• Design creative, seasonal menus that cater to the diverse needs and preferences of our residents.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, kitchen hygiene, and compliance.
• Manage kitchen budgets, stock control, and ordering efficiently.
• Create a dining experience that brings joy and enhances our residents' quality of life.

What You'll Need:

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent trade qualification.
• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in a leadership role.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• A passion for culinary excellence and a genuine desire to make a difference in aged care.
• Strong leadership, communication, and financial management skills.
• Willingness to complete:Pre-employment medicalPolice checkNDIS Worker Screening Check