Posted Sunday 16 August 2026 at 2:30 pm

"At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don’t succeed - people do."
That’s why everything we do is driven by our purpose:to bring joy to those we care for, guided by our values ofCompassion,Accountability,Respect andExcellence reflect thatCAREis at the heart of everything we do.

Set among the tree-lined streets of Old Reynella, our 89 bed Care Community offers a welcoming atmosphere along with compassionate and personalised care. Our contemporary resort-style residence is close to the Old Reynella shopping centre and there’s easy access to public transport. With a lovely outlook over Winefly Park, our Care Community is an integral part of the local community

About the Role

- $38.59 - $45.71 (DOE) + 12% Super
- Permanent Full-Time prospect

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of kitchen operations, ensuring meals are prepared safely, efficiently and to a high standard. You will lead and support a team of kitchen staff while working closely with clinical, lifestyle and care teams to meet the dietary, cultural and personal preferences of residents.

What We Offer

- Career development- Masterclasses, networking, and leadership pathways via our Opal HealthCare Academy
- Creative freedom - Design seasonal menus and create memorable dining experiences
- Sponsored study & training along with Scholarship opportunities of up to $15,000 for further education & training through local & national University, TAFE & RTO partnerships
- Employee Referral Program – earn up to $5,000 in incentives for inviting your friends to work
- Up to $5,000 referral bonusesfor bringing a friend onboard




- A meaningful role where your work directly improves residents’ daily lives.
- Supportive team environment with clear communication and collaboration.
- Stable roster and family-friendly hours, depending on site requirements.

Key Responsibilities

- Plan, prepare and deliver nutritious, high-quality meals that support residents’ health and wellbeing.
- Develop menus that cater for dietary requirements, texture-modified diets, allergies, cultural preferences and resident feedback.
- Lead, supervise and motivate kitchen staff
- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, cleaning and infection control in line with relevant requirements.
- Manage stock ordering, storage, rotation, wastage control and kitchen budgets.
- Work collaboratively nursing staff and management to ensure residents’ nutritional needs are met.
- Monitor meal presentation, portion control and service quality across all meals and special events.
- Support audits, compliance activities and continuous improvement initiatives within catering services.

About You

- Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, Hospitality or equivalent trade qualification.
- Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in leadership role
- Strong knowledge of food safety, special diets and kitchen compliance requirements.
- Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining quality and care.
- A genuine interest in supporting older people and creating a positive dining experience
- Ability to complete required pre-employment checks, including a police check and pre-employment medical.

Job details

Job family Catering

Pay type Hourly

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📌 Head Chef - Reynella Hillside Care Community (South Australia)
🏢 Opal HealthCare
📍 South Australia