Job Description
Fronditha Care is an award-winning not-for-profit aged care provider, specialising in providing culturally sensitive aged care for people of all backgrounds since ****. We provide a wide range of aged care services and programs to support elders and their families.
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Through our core values of Respect, Do Right, Bring Joy and Inspire Better, we deliver a Bounty of Care that provides for the cultural, spiritual and health needs the elders in our care. More than **** people choose to work at Fronditha Care, caring for elders across our 5 residential facilities in Melbourne and Newcastle, in their homes and in the community, across metropolitan Melbourne.
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Brief Description
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About Fronditha Care
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Fronditha Care is an award-winning not-for-profit aged care provider, specialising in providing culturally sensitive aged care for people of all backgrounds since ****. We provide a wide range of aged care services and programs to support elders and their families.
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Through our core values of Respect, Do Right, Bring Joy and Inspire Better, we deliver a Bounty of Care that provides for the cultural, spiritual and health needs the elders in our care. More than **** people choose to work at Fronditha Care, caring for elders across our 5 residential facilities in Melbourne and Newcastle, in their homes and in the community, across metropolitan Melbourne.
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About The Opportunity
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We are seeking an experienced Chef to lead kitchen operations at our Clayton residence, delivering high-quality, culturally appropriate meals that enhance the dining experience for our residents.
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In this role, you will oversee the Kitchen Services Team, ensuring meals are prepared safely, efficiently, and in line with food safety standards and regulatory requirements.



You will play a key role in menu planning, maintaining compliance, and creating a positive and engaging food service environment that supports resident wellbeing.
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The Day-to-Day Responsibilities
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Prepare and cook nutritious, high-quality meals tailored to residents' dietary, cultural and personal preferences
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Lead and support the Kitchen Services Team to ensure efficient daily operations
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Contribute to menu planning, recipe development and cost control
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Monitor food safety, hygiene and infection control practices in line with the Food Safety Program (FSP)
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Order supplies, manage stock levels and liaise with approved suppliers
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Ensure kitchen equipment, work areas and cleaning schedules meet compliance standards
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Maintain accurate documentation and support audit readiness
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Oversee meal presentation and contribute to a positive dining experience for residents
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Respond to feedback and participate in continuous improvement initiatives
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What Success Looks Like For This Role
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Minimum 1 year experience in aged care
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Ability to cook Greek cuisine required
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Consistently delivering high-quality, resident-focused meals and dining experiences
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Ability to manage food preparation and meal service in compliance with dietary requirements
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Knowledge and experience preparing texture-modified meals and modified diets in line with residents' dietary requirements and care plans
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Maintaining full compliance with food safety, audit and regulatory requirements
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Effective kitchen operations with strong cost control and resource management
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Accurate documentation, reporting and adherence to the Food Safety Program
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A well-led, engaged kitchen team delivering timely and efficient service
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A safe, clean and organised kitchen environment aligned with WHS standards
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Active contribution to continuous improvement and organisational excellence
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Why choose Fronditha Care?
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Fronditha Care is driven by our ethos of providing a Bounty of Care that extends to our clients and employees. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace that sets our people up for success and helps them grow in the workplace and in life.
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Our Benefits
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Above award pay with annual pay increases under respective Enterprise Agreements.
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Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum of pre-tax income.
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Meal and entertainment benefits up to $2,650 per annum.
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Benefits available through Fronditha Care's superannuation partner.
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Gender neutral paid parental leave of 6 weeks.
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Ability to purchase additional annual leave.
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Enhanced leave entitlements for employees covered by respective Enterprise Agreements.
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Learning and development, career pathway opportunities, communities of practice and other learning programs.
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Access to our health and wellbeing program including EAP support for personal and qualified assistance.
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A current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement) is required.

📌 Chef (Victoria)
🏢 Fronditha Care
📍 Victoria