Regional Travel Chef (Relief) — Lead Kitchens Across Communities

Opal Healthcare; Willoughby; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships up to $15,000 for further

$5,000 referral bonuses

National secondment opportunities

Opal HealthCare Academy culinary upsk,

Job summary

Opal HealthCare is seeking a Regional Relief Chef to support multiple care communities across Northern Sydney. The role is hands-on, travels regionally, and requires stepping into Head Chef or Sous Chef duties when needed.

You will bring a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, Food Safety Supervisory Certification, and 5+ years’ Head Chef experience in aged care or similar environments. You will lead kitchen teams, ensure high standards of food safety, manage stock and budgeting, and contribute

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery required
• Food Safety Supervisory Certification required
• 5+ years Head Chef experience in aged care, hotels or similar environments
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Chef; supervisory experience preferred
• Strong leadership and communication skills required

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious, high-quality meals aligned with resident dietary needs and cultural requirements
• Lead kitchen and hospitality teams when covering Head Chef or Sous Chef duties
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and WHS compliance
• Manage stock, ordering, and kitchen budgets per Opal procurement guidelines
• Build connections with residents, families and team members; coach kitchen staff
• Contribute to seasonal menu creation and community catering events

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Team supervision

Stock management

Budget management

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Food Safety Supervisory Certification

Job description

Opal HealthCare is seeking a Regional Relief Chef to support multiple care communities across Northern Sydney. The role is hands-on, travels regionally, and requires stepping into Head Chef or Sous Chef duties when needed.

You will bring a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, Food Safety Supervisory Certification, and 5+ years’ Head Chef experience in aged care or similar environments. You will lead kitchen teams, ensure high standards of food safety, manage stock and budgeting, and contribute