Chef

The Chef plays a key role in delivering nutritious, high-quality, and person-centred meals that reflect the dietary needs and preferences of residents. Leading the kitchen team, this role oversees daily operations including meal preparation, menu planning, and food safety compliance. Working in partnership with the Hospitality/Catering Manager, hospitality staff, and other departments, the Chef ensures seamless service and a positive dining experience.

Where there's life, there's Mercy. Where there's care, there's You. Mercy Health is a for-purpose organisation with opportunities to grow your impact and gain experience that's hard to find elsewhere.

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals, including daily offerings, snacks, and special event catering, ensuring compliance with dietary and texture-modified requirements.
• Maintain kitchen operations by overseeing cleanliness, stock control, equipment maintenance, and supporting budget adherence through cost monitoring.
• Lead and support the food services team, fostering a respectful culture, supervising staff, and ensuring completion of mandatory training and compliance with food safety standards.
• Ensure compliance and safety by maintaining an up-to-date Food Safety Plan, adhering to OH&S and Aged Care Quality Standards, and participating in audits and risk assessments.
• Engage with residents through collaborative menu planning, themed meals, and cultural celebrations, while responding to feedback and dietary preferences.

You're resilient, compassionate and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care.

• Mission-Driven Commitment — Upholds Mercy Health's mission and Catholic Health principles, acting with integrity and professionalism in all interactions.
• Strong Communication & Relationship Building — Communicates effectively with residents, staff, and stakeholders, fostering positive relationships and resolving concerns with empathy and respect.
• Organisational Excellence & Compliance — Manages time and tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment, adheres to operational protocols, and supports compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Teamwork, Confidentiality & Tech Proficiency — Works both independently and collaboratively, handles sensitive matters with discretion, and uses technology to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.

• Essential: Relevant Qualifications
• Proven experience in supervising and managing a team
• Strong understanding of OHS standards
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (preferred)
• At least 12 months' experience in aged care (preferred)

Ready to help us shape the future of healthcare? Join us and make a meaningful difference in people's lives — and your career. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to Elders past and present. Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.