Urgent Search: Head Chef

3 weeks ago

Ballarat, 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.

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.

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