Demi Chef - Croydon Grove Care Community

Croydon Grove Care Community, 1 Heritage Avenue, Croydon, Victoria, Australia

Posted Tuesday 4 August 2026 at 2:00 pm

This role is 6am-2pm Monday to Friday

"At Opal Health Care, 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 Health Care is one of Australia’s leading aged care providers with over 145 Care Communities and over 23,000 team members nationwide.

About the Role:

We're looking for a talented and motivatedDemi Chefto be a key support to our kitchen leadership and help create incredible dining experiences for our residents at Croydon Grove Care Community.

What's on Offer:

- Additional Benefits: Penalty rates for weekends and public holidays, 12% superannuation & paid parental leave

Why Choose Opal?

- Flexibility to suit your life— Choose from full-time, part time, or casual hours across a 7-day roster
- Career development— Masterclasses, training, and a clear pathway to Sous Chef via our Opal Health Care Academy
- Supportive team— Learn from experienced chefs in a values-led environment
- Study support— Scholarships up to$15,000for further education
- Paid parental leave— Industry-leading policy




- $5,000 referral bonusesfor bringing a friend onboard

What You'll Do:

- Prepare and cook nutritious, high-quality meals that meet resident dietary needs and preferences.
- Support the Head and Sous Chefs in daily kitchen operations and food service.
- Help maintain the highest standards of food safety, kitchen hygiene, and compliance.
- Step up and lead sections of the kitchen, developing your supervisory skills.
- Contribute ideas to menus and help create a dining experience that brings joy to our residents.

What You’ll Need:

- Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience.
- Several years of cooking experience in a commercial kitchen.
- Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
- A passion for food and a genuine desire to learn and take on more responsibility.
- Strong teamwork, communication, and time-management skills.
- Willingness to complete:

- Pre-employment medical
- NDIS Worker Screening Check

Cook with Purpose

If you are a skilled cook looking to develop your leadership abilities and make a meaningful difference through your culinary skills, we would love to hear from you.

Croydon Grove Care Community, 1 Heritage Avenue, Croydon, Victoria, Australia

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📌 Demi Chef - Croydon Grove Care Community (Australia)
🏢 Opal Aged Care
📍 Australia