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Cook with Care, Lead with Passion - Join Our St Paul's Aged CareTeam in Caboolture as a Chef

Casual Position (Flexible to work across all days, with availability between 6AM to 5PM as required)
Remuneration: $30.54 - $31.32/ per hour + Supe + Salary Packaging + Staff discounts & benefits
Location: St Paul's Aged Care, Caboolture - QLD

Bring Flavor & Nutrition to Those Who Need It Most
At Lutheran Services, we believe that food is more than just nourishment, it's a source of comfort, connection, and joy. We are seeking aqualified and passionate Chef to create high-quality, nutritious meals that meet the dietary needs of our aged care residents.

If you have aged care experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional meals, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and fulfilling work environment.

Your Role - More Than Just Cooking As a Chefyou will:

• Prepare and present varied, nourishing, and appetizing meals that align with dietary needs and preferences.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen environment, maintaining hygiene and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with catering staff, residents, and care teams to enhance meal services.
• Lead and support kitchen staff, fostering a high-performance and team-driven culture.
• Manage kitchen finances, including menu planning, budgeting, and stock control.
• Evaluate and improve catering services, ensuring cost-effectiveness and resident satisfaction.

What You Bring to the Table

• A relevant trade qualification (Cert III or Cert IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent).
• Experience working in a commercial kitchen, ideally in Aged Care or large-scale catering.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to mentor and guide staff.
• Knowledge of safe food handling practices and WHS compliance.
• A valid Queensland Driver's Licence.
• Police Check (or willingness to obtain).

What We Offer You

• Access to Salary Packaging - enjoy up to$15,990of your salary tax-free
• Training and support on meal fortification and food-first approach
• Bi-annual chef workshops to provide support through interaction with leaders in the Health Care Industry
• Access to discounts, such as health insurance, holiday and travel, gym membership, IT, and home appliances
• Membership to our full-service Employee Assistance Program, including professional, lifestyle and wellness support
• Access to the Lutheran Services Wellbeing Program: 5 to Thrive.
• Work-life balance

About Us:
Lutheran Servicesis anot-for-profitorganisation dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support to communities across Queensland.With 11 residential aged care facilities under our stewardship, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life for our residents while upholding our values of compassion, integrity, and excellence.

Cook with Care, Lead with Passion - Join Our St Paul's Aged CareTeam in Caboolture as a Chef

Casual Position (Flexible to work across all days, with availability between 6AM to 5PM as required)
Remuneration: $30.54 - $31.32/ per hour + Supe + Salary Packaging + Staff discounts & benefits
Location: St Paul's Aged Care, Caboolture - QLD

Bring Flavor & Nutrition to Those Who Need It Most
At Lutheran Services, we believe that food is more than just nourishment, it's a source of comfort, connection, and joy. We are seeking aqualified and passionate Chef to create high-quality, nutritious meals that meet the dietary needs of our aged care residents.

If you have aged care experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional meals, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and fulfilling work environment.

Your Role - More Than Just Cooking As a Chefyou will:

• Prepare and present varied, nourishing, and appetizing meals that align with dietary needs and preferences.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen environment, maintaining hygiene and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with catering staff, residents, and care teams to enhance meal services.
• Lead and support kitchen staff, fostering a high-performance and team-driven culture.
• Manage kitchen finances, including menu planning, budgeting, and stock control.
• Evaluate and improve catering services, ensuring cost-effectiveness and resident satisfaction.

What You Bring to the Table

• A relevant trade qualification (Cert III or Cert IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent).
• Experience working in a commercial kitchen, ideally in Aged Care or large-scale catering.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to mentor and guide staff.
• Knowledge of safe food handling practices and WHS compliance.
• A valid Queensland Driver's Licence.
• Police Check (or willingness to obtain).

What We Offer You

• Access to Salary Packaging - enjoy up to$15,990of your salary tax-free
• Training and support on meal fortification and food-first approach
• Bi-annual chef workshops to provide support through interaction with leaders in the Health Care Industry
• Access to discounts, such as health insurance, holiday and travel, gym membership, IT, and home appliances
• Membership to our full-service Employee Assistance Program, including professional, lifestyle and wellness support
• Access to the Lutheran Services Wellbeing Program: 5 to Thrive.
• Work-life balance

About Us:
Lutheran Servicesis anot-for-profitorganisation dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support to communities across Queensland.With 11 residential aged care facilities under our stewardship, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life for our residents while upholding our values of compassion, integrity, and excellence.

Part ofLutheran Services,St Paul's Aged Careservice inis surrounded by lovely gardens and outdoor areas where residents can enjoy the sunshine and spend time with family, St Paul's offers a peaceful country lifestyle in the heart of Caboolture.

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Seniority level

• Seniority levelEntry level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
• IndustriesNon-profit Organizations

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