Head Chef | Nutritious Menus & Kitchen Leadership

Arcare Aged Care; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcare Aged Care is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen operations and deliver nutritious, tasty meals for residents. You will oversee staff, menu planning, food safety, and quality control across our NSW locations.

The role requires a Certificate III/IV in Hospitality and a Food Safety Supervisor Certification, with a collaborative leadership style and passion for resident wellbeing. This position is on-site within a supportive aged care community.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) required
• Food Safety Supervisor Certification required
• Adaptability and collaborative leadership essential

Responsibilities

• Menu planning: assist with nutritious, diverse menus for residents
• Food preparation: cook meals using fresh ingredients with proper safety protocols
• Quality control: ensure meals meet taste, appearance, and portion standards
• Inventory & budget management: manage stock and source ingredients cost-effectively
• Nutritional analysis: collaborate with dietitians to ensure well-balanced meals

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Adaptability

Collaborative

Education

Certificate III or IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)

Food Safety Supervisor Certification

Job description

Arcare Aged Care is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen operations and deliver nutritious, tasty meals for residents. You will oversee staff, menu planning, food safety, and quality control across our NSW locations.

The role requires a Certificate III/IV in Hospitality and a Food Safety Supervisor Certification, with a collaborative leadership style and passion for resident wellbeing. This position is on-site within a supportive aged care community.