Head Chef

Arcare Aged Care; Melbourne; In loco; AUD 80.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Arcare Aged Care in Victoria is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen team and deliver nutritious, high-quality meals for residents.

You will plan menus, supervise food preparation, monitor safety standards, manage stock and budget, and work with dietitians to support resident well-being.

Certificate III/IV in Hospitality and Food Safety Certification are required, along with strong leadership and collaborative skills.

Competenze

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

Mansioni

• Menu Planning: Assist with the design of nutritious and diverse menus that cater to the dietary requirements of residents.
• Food Preparation: Preparation and cooking of meals with fresh ingredients and proper safety protocols.
• Quality Control: Ensure meals meet high-quality standards in taste, appearance, and portions.
• Inventory & Budget Management: Manage stock levels and budget efficiently while minimizing waste.
• Nutritional Analysis: Collaborate with dietitians to ensure well-balanced meal options.

Conoscenze

Adaptability

Team leadership

Collaboration

Formazione

Certificate III or IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)

Food Safety Supervisor Certification

Descrizione del lavoro

Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm

Salary: $80,000 – $90,000 plus Superannuation

Why Join Arcare?

• Supportive leadership and a positive workplace culture
• Job security, growth industry
• State-of-the-art facilities and working environment within 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 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.

Ready to Apply

Our people and culture set us apart and our ongoing focus of working together as one team. If you think this role is the right fit for you, we invite you to apply.

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.