Job Description:
We are looking for a special kind of person – a St Vincent's kind of person. Someone who puts compassion, connection and caring for other people at the heart of everything they do.
As a
Senior Chef
you'll be part of an experienced, engaged and dedicated team helping to create a welcoming, skilled and supportive care experience for the residents of St Vincent's Care Services
Eltham
.
St Vincent's Care Services Eltham is just 20 kilometres north-east of Melbourne's city centre and is well known for its vast amount of green space. We provide a welcoming and inclusive community where our residents enjoy the comfort of a relaxed lifestyle.
What's on your CV is important, but what's in your heart matters more.
Because at St Vincent's, kindness works for us.
This is a Permanent Part Time opportunity with 38 hours/fortnight with potential to increase to Full Time.
Things that work for us:
High volume cooking experience
Flexibility to manage special dietary requirements
Ensure compliance with food safety hygiene standards
Trade qualification in Commercial cooking and experience in fine dining or Hotels (preferred)
Current FSS Certificate (Food Safety Supervisor)




Roster management and working within approved budget while the head chef is away
Be part of the leadership team in ensuring a superior dining service
Maintaining a safe environment for residents and staff
Previous experience in an aged care facility or bistro/hotel; ideally five years or more (desirable)
An ability to work a multidisciplinary team within a fast-paced environment
Ability to lead under pressure
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service focus, with an ability to implement change and drive a strong team culture;
National Police Certificate
NDIS Worker Screening Check may be a requirement of this role.
Things that work for you:
Competitive salary packaging options up to $15,990, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annum
Opportunity to work for the nation's largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive vision
Friendly team environment with a great community care spirit
Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its service
No cost uniforms and training
Free annual flu vaccination
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📌 Senior Chef (Melbourne)
🏢 St Vincent's Health Australia
📍 Melbourne