Head Chef - Aged Care – Full Time PositionProgress with purpose at one of Australia's largest health care providersSalary packaging, perks and professional development in a supportive team environmentUnique opportunity to operate in Hospitality within the Aged Care sectorAbout the roleWe are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Full-Time chef to join our dynamic team at Calvary in Brighten – Le- Sands.
The Chef will be responsible for planning and preparation of meals, while ensuring the individual needs of our residents are being met and makes certain that each resident is offered choice.Your main duties will include:Plans, prepares and oversees the preparation of daily meals and beverages for residents that meets the individual needs of residents including special dietary requirements, allergies and culturally specific requirementsAssume responsibility for the effective running of the kitchen in the absence of Home Manager or Chef Manager including leading the team to ensure effective outcomesLiaise with the Clinical Leadership team of the home to ensure resident dietary requirements are reviewed and appropriate dietary interventions are documented as requiredActively monitors all areas relating to the hospitality environment as work is performed, ensuring that any hazards (e.g. spills, breaks etc.) are addressed promptly and areas are kept clean and slip freeAbout youTAFE Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)



or Certificate Level III in Food Studies (or working towards)Experience in bulk cooking and food preparationExperience in aged care or residential setting or healthcare settingAbility to plan menus to meet standards e.g. Food Act and Occupational Health and SafetyAbility to order food to meet requirements of menu cycle and keep within budgetCompletion of (HLTFSE001 – Follow Basic Food Safety Practices) or willingness to obtainWhy work for Calvary?
At Calvary, our staff matter.With over 130 years' experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym membershipsPaid parental leaveTraining, development pathways and career opportunitiesFlexible hours that make sense for youAs we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart.
Care from the heart.Please note the following:As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the roleYou will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role
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📌 Head Chef (New South Wales)
🏢 Calvary
📍 New South Wales