Assistant Chef

6 days ago

Perth, Western Australia Richmond Wellbeing Full time

Job Category: Community Services and Development, Hospitality, Travel & Tourism

Job Description

About the role

The Assistant Chef is responsible for preparing and cooking a nutritious seasonal menu as directed by the Head Chef that meets the highest standards and aligns with the Australian Dietary Guidelines. The Assistant Chef will cater for up to thirty-five people, providing meals for morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and supper, including catering for special dietary requirements over the weekend.

Other key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Policies, Procedures, and Regulations
  • Ensure kitchen and food service compliance with Licensing and Accreditation Regulatory Unit standards and Australian Food Safe Guidelines.
  • Continuously review and improve services.
  • Complete kitchen audits and daily fridge and freezer temperature checks.
  • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen, equipment, and storage areas.
  • Develop and implement a nutritious monthly menu using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
  • Ensure meals cater to special dietary requirements.
  • Prioritise Workplace Health and Safety in all kitchen operations.
Food Preparation and Handling
  • Prepare and cater meals for up to thirty-five people, ensuring temperature checks and food safety.
  • Maintain a clean and attractive dining area.
  • Cater for residential functions as needed.
  • Adhere to food handling, waste management, and occupational hygiene and safety practices.
Liaison with the Head Chef
  • Highlight, report, and discuss any kitchen-related issues with the Head Chef.
  • Engage in supervision with the Head Chef or delegate once per fortnight.
  • Follow direction from the Head Chef.
  • Work to resolve feedback from service users effectively.
Employee Contribution
  • Promote a positive and constructive work environment.
  • Adhere to RW values, Code of Conduct, and policies.
  • Attend required training and maintain compliance requirements.
Work, Health, and Safety
  • Promote a safe and healthy working environment.
  • Ensure the safety and well-being of self and others.
  • Use protective equipment as instructed and work safely.

This role is part-time offering 36 hours per fortnight, which includes working every Saturday and Sunday and every 2nd Monday for 6 hours.

Desired Skills and Experience

About You

To be considered for this role, you will possess:

Qualifications
  • Certificate in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) and/or experience as a Cook in a service organisation.
Experience and Skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • Good interpersonal skills, particularly with individuals experiencing mental health distress.
  • Good organisational skills.
  • Experience in catering for small functions.
  • Knowledge of food service methods, sanitation principles, and safe food handling.
  • Lived experience of mental health recovery or as a family member of someone in recovery is desirable.
  • Knowledge and commitment to Equal Opportunity in employment and service delivery.
  • Knowledge of food safety legislation.
Other
  • Current National Police Clearance.
  • Current Senior First Aid Certificate.
  • Current WA Driver's License.
About Us

Richmond Wellbeing is a leading WA mental health organisation, providing inclusive, community-based residential and outreach services for adults and young people. We support people experiencing mental distress to develop the confidence and skills to live their lives, employing evidence-based practice to support recovery and wellbeing.

Our 2024-28 Strategic Plan, "Shaping the Future, Today," focuses on being a leader in transformative services, innovating to bridge gaps, influencing lasting system change, and creating a resilient future. We are committed to our core values: living and breathing recovery, being brave and exploring, putting people first, being passionate about inclusion and belonging, and listening deeply and learning.

Inclusion is at the heart of our DNA. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce, including people with lived experience of mental health recovery and disability, different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, genders, and sexual orientations. We have Rainbow Tick accreditation and work with Elders to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and staff.

At Richmond Wellbeing, we are passionate about making a difference in the lives of those we serve. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where diversity is valued, and individuals are encouraged to achieve their full potential. Join us in our mission to shape the future of mental wellbeing services and support mental wellbeing and recovery through the expertise, courage, and compassion of our people.

Our exciting and rewarding careers offer:
  • Excellent work-life balance in a supportive environment.
  • The opportunity to be part of a highly committed, innovative and values-based organisation.
  • Salary packaging for general living expenses up to $15,990 and entertainment up to $2,650.
  • Four weeks annual leave plus leave loading 17.5%, with an opportunity to purchase additional leave (conditions apply).
  • Two additional leave days, birthday, and wellbeing leave, per calendar year.
  • Long service leave benefits after 5 years' service.
  • Opportunities for training, development, and advancement.
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning.
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
How to apply

If this is something that appeals to you, we would love to hear from you

A cover letter is required for your application.

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Within your cover letter, please address how your skills and experience meet the key attributes of the role and click the "Apply for this job" button.

Before an offer of employment can be made, Richmond Wellbeing requires a National Police Clearance no older than 6 months.

Richmond Wellbeing reserves the right to close this position prior to the closing date.

Please note: Applications are shortlisted as they are received; please apply as soon as possible to be considered.

As part of the recruitment process for this role, the interview process consists of two rounds of interviews: the first is a face-to-face interview, and the second round is a presentation.

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