Chef

What you'll be doing in this role
Join one of Australia's leading residential aged care service providers for a career filled with heart and purpose. We'd love to hear from you.

Your work will include:

• Facilitating and overseeing the quality, timely and effective preparation of food in line with the unique needs of clients in an environment where dietary requirements can change rapidly.
• Planning and developing in consultation with the service manager and residents rotating menus where required.
• Preparing and cooking all daily meals and maintaining the storage and protection of food and catering supplies for optimum use.
• Ensuring food preparation and catering practices adhere to hygiene and safety principles and are free of any hazards.
• Maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Safe Work Practices
• Oversight of stock controls, ordering and overall management. This includes food, cleaning and laundry

Who we're looking for

• You'll have a Certificate III in Hospitality, Commercial Cookery with demonstrated competence in the provision of catering services
• You'll have previous experience in similar position and experience with cook fresh/cook-chill methodology and awareness of texture modified food/controls and menu design including alternative meal and snack offerings
• Demonstrated competence in the preparation of menus following dietary requirements and competence in the purchasing, storage, and efficient use of food supplies within endorsed budget guidelines
• You'll be adaptable, empathetic and resourceful, and be able to live Uniting's everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold
• Participated in Food Safety Audits with consistent A rating history
• Management of a team with strong leadership skills

We'll create a better future for you
Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we support them to grow and develop to be their best through our strong commitment to learning, flexibility, great benefits and a positive culture of teamwork and cooperation. Together, we can build a better future for the people and communities we serve, and for you.

About Uniting Aged Care
Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

About the Uniting Home you are applying for
Uniting The Marion Leichhardt is a cherished part of our community, offering exceptional residential aged care services. Our dedicated team is committed to providing compassionate, respectful, and imaginative care that aligns with Uniting's core values. We strive to create a nurturing environment where residents feel valued and supported. We work closely with our residents and their families to ensure their unique needs are met, fostering a sense of belonging and wellbeing. With a large main kitchen and 7 smaller serveries, 2 large scale dining rooms, join us at Uniting The Marion Leichhardt, where care and community come together to build a brighter future for all.

Empowered by diversity
At Uniting, inclusion isn't just something we value – it's how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.

What to expect
Please know that employment with Uniting requires:

• A National Police Check
• Reference checks
• Other pre-employment screenings

How to apply
If you see yourself in this role, we'd love to hear from you. Just click on the 'Apply now' button, fill out your details and submit. Once you apply, we'll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.