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Together let's redefine retirement living for senior Australians.The OpportunityForest Grove Retirement Living is a large and vibrant community, home to 700+ residents with an on-site restaurant.As the Chef Manager, you'll lead by example in a hands-on Chef role while coordinating the entire kitchen operations.
You'll oversee food preparation, ordering, compliance, rostering, and menu input, ensuring residents enjoy a high-quality experience every day.
This is a rewarding role where you can combine your culinary skills with leadership and connection in a retirement living environment.This is a permanent full-time opportunity working Monday - Friday ******pm (times subject to change as per operations)Your ImpactDeliver hands-on preparation of high-quality meals while maintaining strong daily kitchen operationsOversee ordering, stock control, food safety compliance, and general kitchen administrationCoordinate rostering and support recruitment and onboarding of kitchen team membersContribute to menu planning, incorporating resident feedback and adapting offerings to meet preferences and dietary needsPlan and deliver catering for community functions and special eventsBuild strong relationships with residents, actively responding to feedback to enhance the dining experience and fostering a sense of communitySupport, guide, and work alongside the kitchen team in a collaborative,



hands-on leadership styleWhat you'll bringExperience as a Chef in a restaurant, hotel, healthcare or high-quality hospitality environmentExperience with or exposure to stock ordering systems, staff rostering, hiring and kitchen administrationConfidence working hands-on in the kitchen while coordinating daily operationsStrong communication skills and a genuine interest in connecting with residentsEnthusiasm for working in retirement living and making a positive impactCertificate in Commercial Cookery (required) and Food Safety certification (desirable)What we offerA hands-on leadership role where you stay connected to cooking every dayThe prospect to build meaningful, lasting relationships with residents and contribute to our retirement communityGreater work-life balance compared to traditional hospitality settingsOpportunity to influence menus and shape resident dining experiencesEmployee Referral Program and Employee Assistance ProgramDiscounts to Health Insurance and Retail & Leisure partner providersAnnual flu vaccinations and skin checksWho we areAs a leader in retirement living, with 30 years' experience, Aveo provides the stability and confidence to try new things and keep innovating.
Owned by The Living Company, we're on an exciting journey of growth.
Our in-house range of services is holistic, supporting our customers in their independence for as long as possible.
This helps us deliver a seamless experience for our 10,000 residents across 60+ diverse communities nationwide.
We're a dedicated group of over **** caring, friendly team members; united with our core values; Kindness, Care and Respect.
Together we create thriving communities that help retired Australians be their best selves.
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📌 Chef Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 Aveo
📍 Brisbane