Cook with Care, Lead with Passion - Join Our Andrew's Aged Care Team in Tallebudgera as a Chef!
Roster:Every Monday and 1 weekend/fortnight (with sick and annual leave coverage as required)Remuneration: $*****/ per hour + Super + Salary Packaging + Staff discounts & benefitsLocation: St Andrew's Aged Care, Tallebudgera - QLD
Bring Flavour & Nutrition to Those Who Need It Most
At Lutheran Services, we believe that food is more than just nourishment, it is a source of comfort, connection, and joy. We are seeking aqualified and passionate Chef to create high-quality, nutritious meals that meet the dietary needs of our aged care residents.
If you have aged care experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional meals, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and fulfilling work environment.
Your Role - More Than Just Cooking As a Chefyou will:
Prepare and present diverse, nourishing, and appetizing meals that align with dietary needs and preferences.
Ensure a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen environment, maintaining hygiene and compliance standards.
Collaborate with catering staff, residents, and care teams to enhance meal services.
Lead and support kitchen staff, fostering a high-performance and team-driven culture.
Manage kitchen finances, including menu planning, budgeting, and stock control.
Evaluate and improve catering services, ensuring cost-effectiveness and resident satisfaction.
What You Bring to the Table




A relevant trade qualification (Cert III or Cert IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent).
Experience working in a commercial kitchen, ideally in Aged Care or large-scale catering.
Strong leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to mentor and guide staff.
Knowledge of safe food handling practices and WHS compliance.
A valid Queensland Driver's Licence.
Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
What We Offer You
Access to Salary Packaging - enjoy up to$15,990of your salary tax-free!
Training and support on meal fortification and food-first approach
Bi-annual chef workshops to provide support through interaction with leaders in the Health Care Industry
Access to discounts, such as health insurance, holiday and travel, gym membership, IT, and home appliances
Membership to our full-service Employee Assistance Program, including professional, lifestyle and wellness support
Access to the Lutheran Services Wellbeing Program: 5 to Thrive.
Work-life balance
Lutheran Servicesis anot-for-profit organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support to communities across Queensland. With 12 residential aged care facilities under our stewardship, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life for our residents while upholding our values of compassion, integrity, and excellence.
Part of Lutheran Services, St Andrew's Aged Care in Tallebudgera is surrounded by the nature and convenience of the southern Gold Coast. It offers a peaceful lifestyle in a tranquil coastal setting.
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