For over 70 years Bethanie has been warmly welcoming older West Australians into a caring and personal environment. We’re a leading, trusted not-for-profit organisation, and we’re proudly local to Western Australia, welcoming people in our aged care homes, retirement villages, community housing and more.

Our trusted reputation is built on a history of an experienced team and person-centred care. We care for our residents and clients across 34 facilities throughout metropolitan Perth and regional Western Australia and look after each individual in the way they want to be cared for.

We are currently seeking a suitably qualified, reliable and motivated Chef to manage the kitchen and preparation of meals at our 60-bed site, Bethanie Joondanna Aged Care Home.

We are offering this role on a Full-time basis working Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 3.30 pm.

To be successful in this role, you will be a team player and a people person, someone who enjoys engaging with residents and working collaboratively with the kitchen and wider care team to create enjoyable dining experiences.

About You

- Possess a passion for, and previous experience working as a Chef or Cook for large groups of people, ideally in an aged care, hospital or similar environment
- Minimum requirement of a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
- Comfortable with stock maintenance and ordering processes
- Excellent working knowledge of the Food Act and Food Standards Code
- Willingness to obtain relevant vaccinations
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check or National Police Clearance (or willingness to apply for one)

The Role

- Prepare fresh, nutritious meals daily in line with menu requirements and resident needs




- Contribute to innovative, creative dishes, particularly for special occasions such as themed meals and celebrations
- Engage with residents, listen to feedback and incorporate meal suggestions into menu planning
- Stock control and kitchen supply management including ordering through internal systems
- Maintain food safety, hygiene and workplace standards at all times
- Undertake responsibility of daily food safety documentation and ensure compliance is met

Working with Bethanie

Many of us work because we want to make a difference. As a company, we know we can only do this by providing our people with the best education, facilities and support to make a truly fulfilling career, feel fulfilled.

As well as being part of an engaging and caring work environment, you will also have access to the following advantages:

- Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum + up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment. Salary packaging allows you to pay for your expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out. Pay less tax, and your take home pay increases!
- A rewarding career with a supportive culture
- A comprehensive mental health and wellbeing program and free flu vaccinations each year
- Professional development and training opportunities
- A focus on flexibility and work life balance

To Apply

Please click on the link to upload your CV before the closing date. We hope to interview sooner so don’t delay!

Our application process will consist of an additional questionnaire to be completed in order to finalise your application. If you require any further information, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at

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📌 Chef - Joondanna (Perth)
🏢 The Bethanie Group
📍 Perth