Are you someone who is passionate about providing quality food? We are offering a great opportunity for an experienced and qualified Aged Care Chef to join and lead our kitchen team at our Doutta Galla Avondale Heights, on a Monday to Friday permanent basis.About the role:As the Head Chef, you will contribute to a friendly environment centred around communication and team work with catering staff to support you and a group of residents to love your food. You will be committed to providing high quality, nutritious and appropriate meal services to all residents, with responsibility for maintaining excellence in food service standards, compliance with all relevant regulations and accreditation standards and ensuring a high level of satisfaction to our delightful residents. This role will report directly to our experienced Resident Services Manager. In addition to a competitive salary this position will also attract not-for-profit tax advantages/salary packaging benefits. To be considered for the role you will have:Previous experience as an Aged Care ChefChef Qualifications or Trade Cook qualificationsCurrent Food Handling/Food Safety CertificateDemonstrated knowledge and understanding of Food Safety regulations, guidelines, standards and relevant legislationRelevant experience in menu and food preparationExperience in a managing a large teamDemonstrated initiative and ability to work independently within specific guidelinesCommitment to the provision of high quality, nutritious and appetizing food and beveragesDemonstrates a strong sense of pride and accomplishment in service deliveryExcellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to motivate and engage staffWhy work for us?This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a role you can be proud of and to contribute to an evolving site, making it your own.If you wish to apply for this wonderful opportunity, please submit a covering letter letting us know how you meet our key requirements, and current resume.Doutta Galla prides itself on cultural diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer; all applicants will be considered for employment. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and eligible to work in Aged Care under the Aged Care Act 1997 (Cth).Please note that if you are selected for employment with Doutta Galla Aged Services, you must be able to provide evidence of COVID-19 vaccinations prior to commencement. AUDAvondale Heights3034
