Lansdowne Gardens Care Community, 11 Manns Avenue, Neutral Bay, New South Wales, Australia

Neutral Bay NSW 2089, Australia

Posted Tuesday 14 October 2025 at 2:00 pm

"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

C ompassion,

A ccountability,

R espect and

E xcellence reflect that

CARE

is at the heart of everything we do. Opal HealthCare is one of Australia’s leading aged care providers with over 142 Care Communities and over 20,000 team members nationwide.

About the Role:

We're looking for a passionate and creative

Head Chef

to lead our kitchen, design incredible menus, and deliver an outstanding dining experience for our residents at Lansdowne Gardens Care Community.

What's on Offer:

Remuneration:

Attractive salary package + superannuation

Additional Benefits:

Monday to Friday roster, 12% superannuation

Why Choose Opal?

True work-life balance— Lead a day-time kitchen with a Monday to Friday roster

Career development— Masterclasses, networking, and leadership pathways via our Opal HealthCare Academy

Creative freedom— Design seasonal menus and create memorable dining experiences

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

Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates

What You'll Do:

Lead, mentor, and inspire our kitchen team to deliver nutritious and delicious meals every day.

Design creative, seasonal menus that cater to the diverse needs and preferences of our residents.

Maintain the highest standards of food safety, kitchen hygiene, and compliance.

Manage kitchen budgets, stock control, and ordering efficiently.

Create a dining experience that brings joy and enhances our residents' quality of life.

What You'll Need:

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent trade qualification.

Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in a leadership role.

A passion for culinary excellence and a genuine desire to make a difference in aged care.

Robust leadership, communication, and financial management skills.

Willingness to complete:

Pre-employment medical

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Lead with Flavour

If you are a leader who believes in the power of food to bring joy and nurture community, we would love to hear from you.

Job details Job family Catering

Pay type Hourly

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