Executive Chef

Juniper is a leading provider of aged care services in Western Australia, committed to delivering exceptional care and support to our residents. Our team at Rowethorpe Catering is dedicated to providing high-quality catering services that meet the nutritional needs and enhance the well-being of our residents.

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Chef Manager to join our team at Rowethorpe Catering. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that our catering services adhere to best practice standards, provide ongoing training for staff, and support residential managers in delivering quality catering services.

• Develop and implement catering strategies to meet the nutritional needs and preferences of our residents.
• Conduct regular meetings with staff to gather feedback and discuss areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety Standards Australia & New Zealand and maintain HACCP programs.
• Manage the catering budget and monitor costs to ensure value for money.
• Develop and maintain relationships with preferred suppliers to ensure the best possible prices and services.
• Plan and implement social events and hospitality services to enhance the resident experience.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and report any incidents or near misses.
• Provide support for nutrition and special dietary needs.
• Train and mentor service staff to ensure they have the skills and knowledge to deliver high-quality catering services.

• Qualifications in Catering Management and/or Chef training (essential).
• Current Western Australian Driver Licence.
• Knowledge of OSH and legal requirements, statutory regulations, and aged care facility standards (desirable).
• Proven experience as a Catering Manager with experience in aged care (an advantage).
• Strong financial and strategic management knowledge.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work independently.
• Effective communication with stakeholders and skills in workplace counselling, conflict resolution, and problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage customer expectations and work in a consultative team environment.
• Ability to build relationships and work within a continuous quality improvement culture.

• Attractive package of $87,906 per annum plus 11.5% super.
• Supportive and welcoming organisation.
• Access to salary sacrifice options up to $18,550 per annum.
• Health insurance discount with Medibank or HBF.
• Non-profit, values-driven Western Australian aged care provider.
• Access to Juniperks-an online platform for retail discounts, employee perks and wellness initiatives.
• Free on-site parking.