Head Chef

2 days ago

Benalla, Victoria, Australia Benalla Health Full time
About The Role

As the Head Chef / FSM, you will oversee the daily operations of our kitchen, managing a team of Trade Cooks, Apprentices, and Food Services Assistants. You will ensure the consistent delivery of high-standard meals while maintaining compliance with food safety regulations, cleaning standards, and Benalla Health's values.

You will play a key role in driving workplace culture, safety, and service excellence, while supporting the Support Services Manager in strategic and operational initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and coordinate food service operations to meet dietary and nutritional needs.
  • Supervise and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive team culture.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety legislation, cleaning standards, and infection control guidelines.
  • Manage stock, equipment maintenance, and budgetary requirements.
  • Oversee menu planning, catering requests, and meal quality assurance.
  • Respond to feedback and complaints with professionalism and care.
  • Conduct audits and maintain accurate records.
Key Selection Criteria

Essential

  • Trade Certificate of Proficiency in Cooking and Food Safety Supervisor (Health).
  • Proven leadership experience in managing performance and workplace change.
  • Extensive experience in hospitality or healthcare catering.
  • Strong knowledge of food safety standards (ISO 22000, HACCP), OH&S, and infection control.
  • Understanding of texture-modified diets (IDDSI) and dietary restrictions/allergens.
  • Demonstrated ability to implement and monitor food preparation processes.

Desirable

  • Post-basic education in management or leadership.
  • Experience training staff in food preparation and kitchen operations.
  • Previous experience in a hospital or aged care setting.
Why Join Benalla Health?
  • Be part of a supportive and values-driven organisation.
  • Make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and residents.
  • Enjoy a collaborative work environment with opportunities for growth and development.
Contact

For more information regarding the role contact: Jacinta Mathieson, Support Services Manager on 0357614222

Benalla Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong commitment to Child Safety. This includes establishing and maintaining child safe and child friendly environments.

Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Management and Manufacturing
Industries
  • Hospitals and Health Care

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