Chef

Employment Type: Permanent full-time

Hours: 76 hours per fortnight

Location: Mercy Place Myrtleford lodge, Myrtleford, VIC

Upload with Application: Resume, cover letter, and all relevant qualifications

Contact: Leisha Salter

Where there's life, there's Mercy.

Where there's care, there's You.

Through the battles and the breakthroughs, we're there. Where will you be?

For over a century, our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in this, and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity - to build on all that's gone before, to grow your impact and gain experience that's hard to find elsewhere.

As a for-purpose organisation with over 10,000 dedicated, compassionate people, we continue to offer more services and deeper care than ever before. With Mercy, you'll have the chance to make an impact and gain experience that's hard to find elsewhere.

At Mercy Health, it's all about taking what we have and making it better.

To do that, we need you.

Join us as at Mercy Health, and help our teams deliver even greater outcomes.

About the opportunity

The Chef plays a key role in delivering nutritious, high-quality, and person-centred meals that reflect the dietary needs and preferences of residents. Leading the kitchen team, this role oversees daily operations including meal preparation, menu planning, and food safety compliance. Working in partnership with the Hospitality/Catering Manager, hospitality staff, and other departments, the Chef ensures seamless service and a positive dining experience.

Key responsibilities include leading and supporting kitchen staff, maintaining excellence in meal quality, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role fosters a collaborative and respectful team culture, while delivering services in line with Mercy Health's values of Compassion, Respect, Innovation, Stewardship, and Teamwork.

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals, including daily offerings, snacks, and special event catering, ensuring compliance with dietary and texture-modified requirements.
• Maintain kitchen operations by overseeing cleanliness, stock control, equipment maintenance, and supporting budget adherence through cost monitoring.
• Lead and support the food services team, fostering a respectful culture, supervising staff, and ensuring completion of mandatory training and compliance with food safety standards.
• Ensure compliance and safety by maintaining an up-to-date Food Safety Plan, adhering to OH&S and Aged Care Quality Standards, and participating in audits and risk assessments.
• Engage with residents through collaborative menu planning, themed meals, and cultural celebrations, while responding to feedback and dietary preferences.

What you'll bring

You're resilient, compassionate and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care.

To thrive in this role, you will have:

Mission-Driven Commitment

Upholds Mercy Health's mission and Catholic Health principles, acting with integrity and professionalism in all interactions.

Strong Communication & Relationship Building

Communicates effectively with residents, staff, and stakeholders, fostering positive relationships and resolving concerns with empathy and respect.

Organisational Excellence & Compliance

Manages time and tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment, adheres to operational protocols, and supports compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Teamwork, Confidentiality & Tech Proficiency

Works both independently and collaboratively, handles sensitive matters with discretion, and uses technology to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.

You will also be required to provide evidence of:

• Essential: Relevant Qualifications
• Proven experience in supervising and managing a team
• Strong understanding of OHS standards
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (preferred)
• At least 12 months' experience in aged care (preferred)

Ready to help us shape the future of healthcare?

Join us and make a meaningful difference in people's lives - and your career.

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Please contact us if you would like to find out more or communicate any requirements to ensure we provide you with a fair and equitable interview and selection process.

We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples, traditional Custodians of the Land on which our Head Office is based, and the traditional lands of the Kulin Nation and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture.

We extend this acknowledgment to the many Traditional Lands that we operate across Australia and pay our respects to Elders past and present.

The team at Mercy Health is as wonderfully diverse as the patients, residents, clients and communities we support. We're proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). Mercy Health strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.