Chef - Birkdale

Overview

MiCare is proud to be a culturally and linguistically diverse organisation. A large part of our work is assisting people from a non-Australian background and we respect their culture, their history, their language and tastes, and their stories. We are here for everyone believing that all people have the right to be respected and their differences celebrated.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Chef for our kitchen at our state-of-the-art facility in Birkdale.

Casual

$37.43 (inclusive of casual loading) + 12% Superannuation + Not for Profit Packaging

Save on Petrol by working closer to home. The position is located in Birkdale

About us

MiCare is proud to be a culturally and linguistically diverse organisation. A large part of our work is assisting people from a non-Australian background and we respect their culture, their history, their language and tastes, and their stories. We are here for everyone believing that all people have the right to be respected and their differences celebrated.

Responsibilities

- Preparing meals in accordance to our elder/'s dietary requirements
- Presenting high quality dishes
- Maintaining a customer focused approach to service
- Adhering to effective and efficient operations
- Maintaining a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness
- Adhering to policies and procedures to maintain a safe hazard free workplace

About you

You will excel in your ability to manage time. You will be self-motivated with a flexible, caring, patient attitude. Your preparedness to work to the 10 principles of the Eden Alternative philosophy is advantageous.

Qualifications

- Certificate III or Cert IV Commercial Cookery

Skills

- Proven track record working in accordance with various state based health regulations and the Food Safety Act
- Demonstrated experience and proficiency at catering for 200 plus people
- Ability to work in a culturally sensitive manner within an ethno-specific environment
- Ability to understand and cook cultural cuisine
- Knowledge of and experience with Cook Chill Services
- Demonstrated knowledge of dietary requirements for the elderly
- Ability to work well in a team environment with good communication skills
- A flexible, caring and patient attitude

A police check with no disclosable outcome, current flu vaccination, COVID-19 vaccination and Working with Children Check (Blue Card) is required by MiCare for this position.

A commitment to work exclusively with MiCare Residential Aged Care facility as your only employer during COVID-19 will be highly regarded.

How to apply

Please provide a copy of your resume and complete our work history and education information on the application page (detail any certificates and licence(s) information under the education section), and we’ll be in touch.

Applications close 25 September 2025.

Enquiries

Contact Robyn Taylor, Chef Team Leader Food Services on phone: 07 3822 0873 or via e-mail: Robyn.Taylor@micare.com.au

If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation that values the highest level of quality in everything it sets out to achieve, we want to hear from you

MiCare is a Child Safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children.

MiCare says “NO” to Family Violence. We believe that everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, valued and treated as equals.

MiCare is committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.

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