Head Chef - Murwillumbah Greens Care Community

Opal Healthcare; Murwillumbah; Sur place; AUD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Permanent full-time

9–5 schedule

12% superannuation

Paid parental leave

Flexible public holiday options

Opal HealthCare Academy

Scholarships up to 15000

Career progression opportunities

Referral bonus 5000

Wellbeing programs

Industry-leading systems

Leadership team and career pathways

Résumé du poste

Opal HealthCare is seeking a Head Chef at Murwillumbah Greens Care Community to lead the kitchen operations and craft memorable dining experiences for residents. You will shape menus, mentor a motivated team, and drive culinary excellence within a supportive aged care setting.

Join a dynamic team focused on compassion and excellence, with opportunities for professional growth, ongoing training, and a meaningful career in hospitality for seniors.

Qualifications

• Food Safety Supervisor certification.
• Previous experience leading kitchen or hospitality teams.
• Passion for delivering outstanding food and customer experiences.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and people management skills.
• Sound understanding of food safety, WHS, and kitchen compliance requirements.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to complete: Pre-employment medical, Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Responsabilités

• Lead and inspire the catering team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
• Plan and prepare nutritious, high-quality meals that meet resident preferences and dietary requirements.
• Create seasonal menus and contribute to engaging food experiences for residents.
• Coach and develop kitchen team members through mentoring and on-the-job training.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, infection control, and workplace safety requirements.
• Manage ordering, stock control, and catering budgets to minimise waste and maximise value.
• Build positive relationships with residents and families to understand their dining preferences.
• Drive continuous improvement across hospitality services and resident satisfaction.

Connaissances

Leadership

Team management

Food safety

Menu planning

Communication

Description du poste

Head Chef - Murwillumbah Greens Care Community

"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 C.A.R.E is at the heart of everything we do. Opal HealthCare is one of Australia's leading private aged care providers, with over 150 Care Communities, caring for more than 14,000 residents and supporting over 23,000 team members nationwide.

About the Role

Lead the culinary experience at one of the Northern Rivers' most vibrant community destinations.

Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Northern Rivers region, Murwillumbah Greens is seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to take ownership of our kitchen operations and help shape an exceptional dining experience for our residents .

This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented chef who enjoys the balance of leadership, creativity, and operational excellence. You'll have the chance to make your mark on the menu, develop a high-performing team, and contribute to the continued growth.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about food, thrives in a busy hospitality environment, and enjoys mentoring and developing others.

What You'll Do

• Lead and inspire the catering team to deliver exceptional dining experiences
• Plan and prepare nutritious, high-quality meals that meet resident preferences and dietary requirements
• Create seasonal menus and contribute to engaging food experiences for residents
• Coach and develop kitchen team members through mentoring and on-the-job training
• Ensure compliance with food safety, infection control, and workplace safety requirements
• Manage ordering, stock control, and catering budgets to minimise waste and maximise value
• Build positive relationships with residents and families to understand their dining preferences
• Drive continuous improvement across hospitality services and resident satisfaction

Benefits & Rewards

• Permanent full-time opportunity, Monday - Friday 9am -5pm
• Competitive salary package plus 12% superannuation
• Paid parental leave and flexible public holiday options
• Ongoing learning and development through the Opal HealthCare Academy
• Scholarships of up to $15,000 for further study
• State and national career progression opportunities
• Team Member discounts, wellbeing programs and recognition initiatives
• $5,000 referral bonus for eligible referrals
• Industry-leading systems, technology and innovation
• Supportive leadership team and rewarding career pathways

What You'll Bring

• Food Safety Supervisor certification
• Previous experience leading kitchen or hospitality teams
• Passion for delivering outstanding food and customer experiences
• Strong leadership, coaching, and people management skills
• Sound understanding of food safety, WHS, and kitchen compliance requirements
• Excellent organisational, communication, and time management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to complete:
• Pre-employment medical
• Police Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check

Make a Meaningful Move

Join a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and empowers you to create memorable dining experiences for residents every day.