About Us:At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want.
With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our ****staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on theBEST philosophy –Believe, Excel, Support and Trust– underpinned by our values ofKindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do.
More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - choose Uniting AgeWell - PrestonEasy to access with public transport andfree on/off site parkingAbove awardhourly ratesSalary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650annuallyAnnual Leave loadingCareer pathways, education and training opportunitiesComprehensive Employee Assistance Programavailable 24/7 for our staffEnhanced Parental LeaveoptionsLocation options - move within ourUniting AgeWell network(Victoria and Tasmania)Not for profit,values-basedorganisationAbout the role:Uniting AgeWell Preston is seeking a passionate Chef to join our team on a part-time basis, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (9:30am to 5:30pm).
In this rewarding role, you'll plan, order and prepare nutritious, high-quality meals that enhance the dining experience of our residents, including catering for specialised diets, texture-modified meals and nutritional supplements.This will include:Planning, ordering and preparing meals that enhance the resident dining experience, in line with all specialised diets,



including supplements and texture modified foods.Ensure the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen compliance are maintained, with strict adherence to HACCP requirements and regulatory standards.Manage food ordering, stock control and inventory levels to support efficient kitchen operations and minimise waste.Assist with menu planning and reviews, ensuring meals are nutritious, appetising and aligned with residents' preferences.Monitor food quality, presentation and portion control to deliver an exceptional dining experience for residents.Maintain accurate food safety records, including temperature monitoring, cleaning schedules and compliance documentation.Work collaboratively with care teams to meet residents' nutritional needs and provide person-centred dining experiences.About you:This is the place for you if you have:Hold a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent).
Have experience in a Residential Aged Care kitchen setting (ordering, budgeting and rostering)Have worked with specialised diets, including supplements and texture modified foodsFully conversant with HACCP and food safety legislationThrive in a team and also appreciate the one to one interactionsAre committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BESTway of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)Essentials for working in Aged Care:A current Working With Children Check cardCurrent and ongoing flu vaccinationsAustralian working rightsAbility to pass a national police clearance and NDIS ClearanceMake a positive difference in your community –Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.You can access the position description here: Chef PD.pdfFor more information please contact the Recruitment Team at .
Please note the position and location.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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📌 Chef (Melbourne)
🏢 Uniting AgeWell Careers
📍 Melbourne