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Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Arcare Aged Care Full time

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  • Enjoy work life balance with Monday - Friday roster

Head Chef - Arcare
  • Full Time permanent opportunity
  • Minimum rate $43.02 per hour
  • Enjoy work life balance with Monday - Friday roster

About Arcare

As one of Australia's leading aged care providers, we have over 50 residences in QLD, NSW, and VIC, with more on the way Our core focus is the relationship between residents, colleagues, and family members, with our residents and team at the heart of what we do.

Backed by a dedicated team of over 8500 employees, we strive to uphold our core values of Relationships, Uniqueness, Partnerships, and Flexibility, earning us a reputation that speaks for itself.

Benefits
  • Above Award Rates
  • Significant employee discounts for Apple, Samsung, Travel, Health Insurance, Gyms & much more
  • Allowances: Uniform, meals, shift and public holidays
  • Paid Training and Development days
  • Reward & Recognition programs including CEO incentives and National Awards
  • Employee Assistance Program

About The Role

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values its team members, offers a supportive working environment, and has a genuine desire to develop its people.

The Head Chef plays a significant role in enhancing the overall quality of life for residents at Arcare by providing delicious and nutritious meals. The Head Chef is in charge of managing the entire kitchen operations, which includes overseeing the staff and ensuring that high standards of food quality and safety are maintained.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
  • Menu Planning: Assist with the design of nutritious and diverse menus that cater to the dietary requirements of Arcare residents, considering their specific health conditions, dietary requirements and preferences.
  • Food Preparation: Preparation and cooking of meals, ensuring that they are prepared with fresh ingredients and follow proper food handling and food safety protocols.
  • Quality Control: Ensure that all meals meet high-quality standards in taste, appearance, and portion sizes, and make adjustments as needed based on resident feedback.
  • Inventory & Budget Management: Manage the kitchen's stock levels and budget efficiently by sourcing ingredients cost-effectively and minimizing food waste.
  • Nutritional Analysis: Work with dietitians and nutritionists to analyze the nutritional content of the meals, aiming to provide well-balanced and healthy options for residents.

Skills & Experience
  • Certificate III or IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or Higher.
  • Community and Health Services - Food Safety Supervisor Certification.
  • Adaptable, passionate and willingness to learn.
  • Collaborative and skilled at teamwork.
  • Friendly and effective communication abilities.

Ready to Apply

Our people and culture set us apart and our ongoing focus of working together as one team. If you think this role is the right fit for you, we invite you to apply. Please note that you must have Australian Working Rights and a NDIS Worker Screening Check (or be willing to obtain). Arcare values diversity within our workforce and is an equal opportunity employerSeniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
  • IndustriesHospitals and Health Care

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