Head Chef – Weekday Kitchen, Aged Care Dining

Opal Aged Care; New South Wales; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships up to $15,000 for further

Paid parental leave

$5,000 referral bonuses

Visa sponsorship available

Job summary

Opal HealthCare in Neutral Bay is seeking a Head Chef to lead the Lansdowne Gardens Care Community kitchen, designing seasonal menus and delivering outstanding dining experiences for residents. You will manage a day-time kitchen, mentor staff, and ensure the highest food safety and hygiene standards.

The role emphasizes creative menu development, budget-aware purchasing, and a Monday–Friday roster with a focus on resident satisfaction and quality meals.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a head chef role or senior chef position.
• Ability to design seasonal, resident-centric menus.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and compliance.
• Experience in kitchen budgeting, stock control, and ordering.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the kitchen team to deliver nutritious, delicious meals daily.
• Design creative seasonal menus catering to residents’ diverse needs.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and kitchen hygiene.

Skills

Leadership

Menu design

Food safety

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent

Job description

Opal HealthCare in Neutral Bay is seeking a Head Chef to lead the Lansdowne Gardens Care Community kitchen, designing seasonal menus and delivering outstanding dining experiences for residents. You will manage a day-time kitchen, mentor staff, and ensure the highest food safety and hygiene standards.

The role emphasizes creative menu development, budget-aware purchasing, and a Monday–Friday roster with a focus on resident satisfaction and quality meals.