"At Opal HealthCare, 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 HealthCare is one of Australia’s leading aged care providers with over 149 Care Communities and over 23,000 team members nationwide.

About the Role

Love creating delicious meals and bringing joy through food? Join our welcoming team in beautiful Coffs Harbour Grange Care Community as a Full-Time Demi Chef and make a meaningful difference every day.

Working alongside an experienced culinary team, you'll help prepare nutritious, high-quality meals for residents while maintaining exceptional food safety and presentation standards. This role includes regular weekend shifts as part of a rotating roster.

What's on Offer: Location: Coffs Harbour Grange Care Community

Employment Type: Permanent full time roles available

Roster: Full-time including weekend shifts, no late nights 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 HealthCare Academy





Supportive team — Learn from experienced chefs in a values-led environment

Study support — Scholarships up to $15,000 for further education

Paid parental leave — Industry-leading policy $5,000 referral bonuses for 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

Police check

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.

Apply now to take the next step in your culinary career with Opal HealthCare.

📌 Demi Chef - Coffs Harbour Grange Care Community
🏢 Opal HealthCare
📍 Coffs Harbour