Chef
Job No:
STPC2614207
Location:
Caboolture
Join Our St. Paul's Aged Care Team as a Chef - Create meals that matter!
At Lutheran Services, we believe that food is more than just nourishment, it’s a source of comfort, connection, and joy. We are seeking a qualified and passionate Chef to be part of a team creating high-quality, nutritious meals that meet the dietary needs of our aged care residents.
Week 1: Mon, Wed, Thu (9:30 AM–5:30 PM)
Week 2: Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun (6:00 AM–2:00 PM)
Location: Caboolture - QLD
Remuneration: $39.28 ph (incl.25% casual loading) + Super + Salary Packaging + Access to staff discounts & benefits.
Your Role – More Than Just Cooking:
- Prepares and presents varied, nourishing, and appetizing meals that align with dietary needs and preferences.
- Maintains a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen environment, maintaining hygiene and compliance standards.
- Collaborates with catering staff, residents, and care teams to enhance meal services.
- Work with the Head Chef to fostering a high-performance and team-driven culture.
- Assist with menu planning, budgeting, and stock control.
- Collaborates and innovates with the team to deliver continuous improvement cost-effectiveness and resident satisfaction.
What You Bring to the Table:
- A relevant trade qualification (Cert III or Cert IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent).
- Experience working in a commercial kitchen, ideally in Aged Care or large-scale catering.
- A valid Queensland Driver’s Licence.
- Strong leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to mentor and guide staff.
- Knowledge of safe food handling practices and WHS compliance.
- Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
Why Choose Us?
- Salary Packaging Benefits: take home more pay (up to $15,900 tax-free + $2,650 meals & entertainment).
- Discounts: on Health Insurance, Energy, IT & Appliances, Travel & More.
- Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing support.
- Fitness Passport – Stay active with discounted Gym Memberships for you and your family.
- Ongoing Training & Development opportunities to grow your career
- Bi-annual chef workshops to provide support through interaction with leaders in the Health Care Industry
About Us:
Lutheran Services is a not-for-profit organization with a proud 90-year history of providing exceptional care and support to communities across Queensland. With 11 residential aged care facilities, we are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our residents while upholding our values of compassion, integrity, and excellence. Our services extend beyond aged care to include retirement living, home care, disability support, mental health, and family services, always placing the wellbeing of our residents and clients at the heart of everything we do.
Part of Lutheran Services, St Paul's Aged Care service in is surrounded by lovely gardens and outdoor areas where residents can enjoy the sunshine and spend time with family, St Paul’s offers a peaceful country lifestyle in the heart of Caboolture.
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