Head Chef

2 days ago

Cranbourne North, Victoria, Australia Summerset Retirement Villages Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

Company Description
Head Chef – Be Part of Something Special in Our Brand-Village Cafe
Summerset Cranbourne North is preparing to open the doors to its brand-new cafe a stunning addition to our already vibrant village community. With its beautiful location this new space will be the jewel in our crown – and we're looking for a passionate Head Chef to help bring it to life.

You can help bring our villages to life
At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it's the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents.

Job Description
As our Head Chef you'll oversee all kitchen operations – from resident meals to vibrant café offerings, events such as cultural or fine dining evenings – all while leading a passionate culinary team. Your role will extend beyond culinary expertise and include the supervision of effective kitchen team management and general operations set out below

Your Day-to-day Will Include

  • Preparing and cooking delicious set meals for residents who can't make it to the café
  • Creating enticing café menus and cabinet food that appeals to a wide audience
  • Managing food preparation for special events and celebrations
  • Ensuring full compliance with our Food Control plan and Health & Safety standards
  • Managing supplier relationships and excelling in budget and roster management

Qualifications
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You'll be a qualified, experienced Head Chef
with a passion for food and people. You thrive in a busy kitchen, lead by example, and love bringing people together through great food.

You'll Also Bring

  • Certificate III in commercial cookery or equivalent trade qualification as well as Level 2 qualified food safety supervisor
  • Proven substantial experience as a Head Chef in a commercial environment, aged care highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated experience and knowledge of diverse and modified dietary requirements including various cuisine and cooking techniques
  • Solid leadership experience including budget management experience
  • A love for mentoring and supporting others in the kitchen

Additional Information
Why Summerset?
At Summerset, you're more than just part of a team – you're part of a community. We're one team united by a shared purpose: to bring the best of life to our residents. That means we invest in our people, celebrate diversity, and support your growth every step of the way.

You'll Also Enjoy

  • This role also offers great work-life balance with set weekly hours Monday to Friday. Occasional weekend and nights will be required for events.
  • An annual entitlement to Summerset shares
  • Ongoing training & development, including opportunities to gain further culinary qualifications
  • Novated leases

Ready to Apply?
Applications close on Thursday 18th September This is your chance to take the lead in a fresh, exciting environment where your creativity, leadership, and love of food will be truly valued.

Bring your passion. Build your team. Shape something special with Summerset.

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