Location
Glynde
Employment Type
Permanent Full Time
Roster
Tuesday to Saturday
Shifts
Morning shifts available with start times of 6:00am or 9:00am.
About Lutheran Homes Group
Lutheran Homes Group (LHG) is a leading not-for-profit provider of Home and Community Support, Retirement Living, and Residential Care across South Australia and Victoria.
Our organisation provides services to over 2,000 residents, supported by a dedicated team of 1,500 staff and volunteers.
Together, we deliver personalised care that empowers ageing Australians to live with dignity and choice.
Committed to quality care, innovation, and staff development, we continue to grow and set new standards of excellence while making a positive impact on the lives of those we support.
What We Offer
Competitive wages in line with the Aged Care Award
Ongoing training, professional development, and genuine opportunities for career progression
Meaningful work that makes a real difference in the lives of ageing Australians every day
Your Pay and Benefits at a Glance
Competitive hourly rate plus superannuation
Access to salary packaging of up to $15,900 tax‐free each year, plus the ability to salary package an additional $2,650 for eligible meal entertainment and holiday accommodation expenses
Free confidential counselling and wellbeing support for you and your immediate family
Free annual influenza vaccination
Exclusive retail, lifestyle, and insurance discounts
About the Role
As our Head Chef, you will play a vital role in enhancing the wellbeing of our residents through nutritious, delicious, and thoughtfully prepared meals.
Leading and mentoring the kitchen team, you will ensure food services are delivered to the highest standards,



creating positive dining experiences that meet the diverse needs and preferences of those we support.
Working closely with the Hotel Services Manager, you will champion quality, safety, and excellence in every aspect of food service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Leading a high-performing kitchen team to deliver outstanding food services.
Creating fresh, nutritious meals that delight residents and support their wellbeing.
Maintaining excellence in food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
Managing stock, costs, catering requests, and day-to-day kitchen operations.
Supporting Café operations
Building meaningful resident connections and continuously improving the dining experience.
What You Will Need
Min 4 years ` experience in a Chef role
Formal Chef qualifications - Essential
Food quality and control systems
Policies, guidelines, standard operating procedures (instruction to be provided)
Aged Care Quality Standards
Robust organisational, time management and prioritisation skills
Well-developed communication (face-to-face and written) and interpersonal skills to develop strong, professional relationships with all internal/external stakeholders
Supervision.
Ability to bring out the best in others.
Candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment and
must hold a current NDIS Worker Clearance
.
In line with current health guidelines for the aged care sector, candidates are strongly encouraged to be up to date with all recommended vaccinations.
Lutheran Homes Group is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and faiths who share our commitment to caring for others.
Applications close 18 September ****, 5pm
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