Head Chef - Creative Menus & Weekday Kitchen Leader

Opal Healthcare; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration package with super

Mon-Fri roster

12% superannuation

Paid parental leave

Visa sponsorship

Study scholarships up to $15,000

Job summary

Opal HealthCare is seeking a Head Chef for Clyde North Terrace Care Community to lead the kitchen, design seasonal menus, and deliver an outstanding dining experience for residents. You will oversee the kitchen team, ensure food safety and hygiene, and manage budgets and stock with a day-time, Monday–Friday roster.

Ideal candidates hold a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, with proven Head Chef leadership, a passion for culinary excellence, and a commitment to aged care standards.

Qualifications

• Head Chef or Senior Chef leadership experience
• Creative menu design and seasonal planning
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and HACCP

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team to deliver nutritious, high-quality meals daily
• Design creative, seasonal menus for diverse resident needs
• Maintain food safety and kitchen hygiene to compliance levels
• Manage budgets, stock control and purchasing efficiently
• Create a dining experience that enhances residents' quality of life

Skills

Leadership

Menu design

Food safety

Budget management

People management

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Opal HealthCare is seeking a Head Chef for Clyde North Terrace Care Community to lead the kitchen, design seasonal menus, and deliver an outstanding dining experience for residents. You will oversee the kitchen team, ensure food safety and hygiene, and manage budgets and stock with a day-time, Monday–Friday roster.

Ideal candidates hold a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, with proven Head Chef leadership, a passion for culinary excellence, and a commitment to aged care standards.