About the role and where you will be working:

The Head Chef’s major responsibility is to prepare, cook and serve nourishing and appealing in‑house meals and drinks for residents whether the meals are full, soft, fluid or therapeutic diets which are consistent with the organisation’s menu and the food service budget. The chef works collaboratively with staff to optimise the dining experience of residents.

This is a full‑time position working Monday to Friday, 0630‑1436, based at Victoria Park House in Kalgoorlie, catering for up to 51 residents.

This position pays $37.65 per hour.

Responsibilities:
Manage all activities associated with catering services, including directing and organising kitchen staff and food preparation, and assisting staff who serve meals
Manage stock control, food ordering, receipt of food, and food storage/rotation
Ensure all kitchen and serving staff comply with policies and procedures relating to protected food handling
Assist management in resolving complaints related to food service

Qualifications:




Certificate IV in Commercial Cooking
Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
Prior experience in commercial cooking services – Aged Care
Understanding of specific dietary requirements
Knowledge of protected handling and storage of chemicals
Great interpersonal skills

Advantages:
Not for profit salary packaging options of up to $15,900 for general living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment benefits
Corporate Health Insurance with HBF
Free employee assistance program
A diverse range of services which allows professional development and growth
Annual leave starting at 4 weeks (full time)
Carers / personal leave
Service Awards for long standing employees
Flexible working environment

Southern Cross Care WA is an equal prospect employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We also acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work.
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