LEAD PRODUCTION COOK

Home Chef is excited to offer a unique chance for the right candidate to join our Production team on a full-time basis.

Home Chef is Perth's leading supplier of nutritious, home-delivered meals from our premises in Bassendean to individuals, hospitals and aged care agencies. We offer choice, dignity, independence, and value for money.

At heart, we’re a dynamic family business with a shared journey based on high standards, strong relationships, compassion, and integrity. And yes, we live these values.

The Role

We are looking for a reliable, hands-on Lead Production Cook to join our team. This is a varied role combining cooking, food preparation and kitchen leadership.

You will provide support and leadership to our Kitchen Team, help keep the production process running smoothly and ensure meals are prepared to a consistent standard. You will also assist with basic stock ordering and use our computer systems to maintain accurate production and stock records.

This role would suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced food production environment, takes pride in the quality of their work and is comfortable taking the lead when required.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

- Primarily prepare ingredients and cook a variety of meals in accordance with recipes and production schedules.

- Help oversee the kitchen team, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to the required quality standards.

- Lead and support a small team to maintain an organised and productive workflow.

- Follow recipes, portion sizes and procedures to ensure consistency in every product.





- Assist with basic stock ordering and monitor ingredient and packaging levels.

- Use computer systems and technology to access recipes, update records and complete ordering tasks.

- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, cleanliness and quality.

- Work collaboratively with the wider team to meet production targets and deadlines.

- Be flexible and assist with other kitchen and production duties as required.

Qualifications & Experience

- Qualified Cook with at least 3 years' experience in a production kitchen

- Extensive knowledge and understanding of Food Safety and HACCP programs

- Confident cooking and food preparation skills, including the ability to follow recipes accurately.

- Comfortable leading and supporting a small team.

- Strong technology skills, including confidence using computers and software for stock management and ordering.

- Ability to work with speed and consistency while maintaining food quality and attention to detail.

- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

- Professional presentation and ability to communicate with a diverse range of cultures.

- Availability to work Saturday shifts when required.

- Essential: Current National Police Clearance

- Essential: Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Benefits

- Free Parking

- A fun and supportive work environment

- The ability to grow and broaden knowledge and experience

Your Application
Please submit your application by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below.

** All applicants must include an application letter with their submission. **

📌 Lead Production Cook (Bassendean)
🏢 Home Chef
📍 Bassendean