Head Chef

Arcare Aged Care; City of Holdfast Bay; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

EAP

Development opportunities

Job summary

Arcare Hove is seeking a Head Chef to lead kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure high standards of food quality and safety for residents.

You will design nutritious menus, oversee preparation, monitor portions, coordinate with dietitians, and manage inventory and budget while fostering a collaborative kitchen culture at Arcare.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Menu planning and design of nutritious, diverse menus for residents.
• Prepare and cook meals using fresh ingredients with proper safety.
• Quality control of meals including taste, appearance, portions.
• Inventory and budget management; minimize waste.
• Nutritional analysis with dietitians to provide balanced options.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Food preparation

Quality control

Budget management

Nutrition analysis

Adaptability

Collaborative leadership

Education

Certificate III/IV in Hospitality

Job description

Head Chef - Arcare Hove

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.

Our people and culture set us apart, and our ongoing focus of working together as one team.

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.