Head Chef

Arcare Aged Care; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive employee discounts

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Arcare Aged Care is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen operations for residents, designing nutritious menus, supervising staff, and ensuring food safety and quality.

You will collaborate with dietitians, manage inventory and budget, and tailor meals to residents' health needs, delivering delicious, well-balanced options in a supportive, growth-oriented team environment.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery).
• Food Safety Supervisor Certification.
• Adaptability and collaborative leadership.
• Collaborative approach.

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 minimizing food waste
• Nutritional Analysis: Work with dietitians and nutritionists to analyze the nutritional content of the meals, aiming to provide well-balanced and healthy options for residents

Skills

Adaptability

Team leadership

Leadership

Food safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)

Certificate IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)

Job description

• Supportive leadership and a positive workplace culture
• Exclusive employee discounts (Apple, Samsung, Travel, Health Insurance, Gyms & more)

Full Time Monday - Friday

Why Join Arcare?

• Supportive leadership and a positive workplace culture
• Job security, growth industry
• Exclusive employee discounts (Apple, Samsung, Travel, Health Insurance, Gyms & more)

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 minimizing food waste
• Nutritional Analysis: Work with dietitians and nutritionists to analyze 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) a NDIS Worker Screening Check.

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