UPA is seeking an experienced Head Chef to join our team at Ascott Gardens , a 78-bed Residential Aged Care home in Orange NSW.
This full-time role offers a great opportunity to lead a team of Chefs, Cooks and Food Services Assistants while delivering nutritious, high-quality meals that enhance the wellbeing of our residents.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all kitchen operations
- Plan menus and prepare nutritious meals
- Ensure compliance with food safety and legislative requirements
- Manage food ordering, stock control and kitchen budgets
- Support and develop kitchen team members
- Maintain high standards of food quality and resident satisfaction
About You
- Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, Commercial Cookery or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a Head Chef, Chef or Cook Manager role
- Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
- Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety requirements
- Experience with menu planning, dietary requirements and kitchen management
- Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
Aged care or healthcare experience is highly regarded but not essential.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits
- Up to $500 retention bonus for permanent employees
- Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Program
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Supportive team culture
- Work-life balance with a Monday to Friday roster
For more information, contact @upa.org.au or visit
UPA is a forward-looking, consumer-focused aged care provider built on the solid foundations of 80 years of Christian commitment. UPA welcomes all comers, in keeping with our philosophy that every person has the right to live in peace and dignity, with respect and security, irrespective of age. Our purpose is to offer care of the highest possible standard. Our Home Care Services assist older Australians in the community and help them to remain as independent as possible in the comfort, familiarity and security of their own home.
UPA is a forward-looking, consumer-focused aged care provider built on the solid foundations of 80 years of Christian commitment. UPA welcomes all comers, in keeping with our philosophy that every person has the right to live in peace and dignity, with respect and security, irrespective of age. Our purpose is to offer care of the highest possible standard. Our Home Care Services assist older Australians in the community and help them to remain as independent as possible in the comfort, familiarity and security of their own home.
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Perks and advantages
- Competitive Remuneration
- Wellness Program
- Retention Bonus
- Employee Assistance Program
- Workplace Education & Support
- Work/Life Balance
- AHPRA Registration & Platinum Membership with ACN
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