Head Chef
Job No:
NORHC342833
Location:
Toowoomba
Bring your culinary talents to a place that values your impact!
We’re seeking a talented Head Chef to join us in making a difference and lead the way in creating joyful and nourishing meals for our residents.
About Us:
Part of Lutheran Services, Northridge Aged Care facility offers you a chance to work somewhere that feels like a community - it's warm and friendly. Our facility has been a part of the Toowoomba community since 1935. At Northridge we offer peace of mind for the people we care for and their families and friends, with the personalised care (and great food!) we provide in pleasant surrounds.
About The Role:
Reporting to the Operations Manager, our Head Chef manages a team of Chefs, Cooks and Catering assistants. The team is responsible for preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner for our residents with access to a fully equipped kitchen and serving areas within a modern catering environment.
- Provide an innovative, varied and nourishing meal service that meets resident needs and preferences
- Create, present and serve meals in an aesthetically pleasing manner that encourages enjoyment for consumers
- Promote and maintain a safe food environment, including the cleanliness and tidiness of the kitchen and associated areas
- Ensure that team practices are informed by client experience and feedback is regularly sought and provided
- Responsibly initiate opportunities for improvement to support team effectiveness and positive client outcomes
This is a Full Time role.
About You:
This is an exciting opportunity for a Head Chef to lead and influence innovation and excellence without sacrificing their nights and weekends. You will utilise your experience and knowledge, as well as the creativity you express through food, to contribute to our groundbreaking 'Happy Tables project.' This project takes a 'food-first' approach to combating malnutrition in Aged Care.
You will possess a Food Safety Supervisor Qualification, along with an understanding of the IDDSI Framework with demonstrated experience leading a high-volume kitchen catering team. You will possess a current NDIS check clearance (or are willing to obtain one), open drivers licence and have full Australian Work rights.
What We Offer You?
This is an opportunity to be a part of a food revolution, enhancing the quality and experience of aged care dining to support improvements in physical and mental health, as well as building community connections through pleasurable mealtimes.
- Above award-wage
- Access to Salary Packaging – enjoy up to $15,990 of your salary tax-free!
- Four Weeks Annual Leave
- Training and support on meal fortification and food-first approach
- Bi-annual chef workshops to provide support through interaction with leaders in the Health Care Industry.
Apply now!
If you are a dedicated and compassionate Head Chef, looking to join a team that values quality care and service, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now by completing the application form below and attaching an updated copy of your resume.
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