"At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don’t succeed, people do." Our purpose is to bring joy to those we care for and our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence reflect that CARE is at the heart of everything we do. Opal HealthCare is one of Australia’s leading aged care providers with over 148 Care Communities and over 24,000 team members nationwide.

About the Role

We're looking for a passionate and creative Head Chef to lead our kitchen, design incredible menus, and deliver an outstanding dining experience for our residents at Treeby Parklands Care Community.

What's on Offer

? Location: Treeby Parklands Care Community, Treeby

? Employment Type: Permanent full-time

? Remuneration: Attractive salary package + superannuation

➕ Extra benefits: Monday to Friday roster, 12% superannuation & paid parental leave

Why Choose Opal?

✅ True work-life balance — Lead a day-time kitchen with a Monday to Friday roster

✅ Career development — Masterclasses, networking, and leadership pathways via our Opal HealthCare Academy

✅ Creative freedom — Design seasonal menus and create memorable dining experiences

✅ Study support — Scholarships up to $15,000 for further education

✅ Paid parental leave — Industry-leading policy

✅ $5,000 referral bonuses for bringing a friend onboard





✅ Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates

What You'll Do

✔️ Lead, mentor, and inspire our kitchen team to deliver nutritious and delicious meals every day.

✔️ Design creative, seasonal menus that cater to the diverse needs and preferences of our residents.

✔️ Maintain the highest standards of food safety, kitchen hygiene, and compliance.

✔️ Manage kitchen budgets, stock control, and ordering efficiently.

✔️ Create a dining experience that brings joy and enhances our residents' quality of life.

What You'll Need

✔️ Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent trade qualification.

✔️ Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in a leadership role.

✔️ Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.

✔️ A passion for culinary excellence and a genuine desire to make a difference in aged care.

✔️ Strong leadership, communication, and financial management skills.

✔️ Willingness to complete:

Pre-employment medical

Police check

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Lead with Flavour

If you are a leader who believes in the power of food to bring joy and nurture community, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to lead our culinary team with Opal HealthCare.

📌 Head Chef (Western Australia)
🏢 Opal HealthCare
📍 Western Australia