Chef

Cook with Care, Lead with Passion – Join Our Immanuel Gardens Aged Care Team as a Chef

Full Time Position (Shift Pattern rotating weekly, subject to minor changes)

Mon–Tue: 06:00–14:00 | Wed–Thu: Off | Fri–Sun: 10:00–18:00

Remuneration: $ $31.32 ph + Salary Packaging (up to $15,990) + Access to staff discounts & benefits.

Location: Buderim - QLD

Bring Flavor & Nutrition to Those Who Need It Most:

At Lutheran Services, we believe that food is more than just nourishment, it's a source of comfort, connection, and joy. We are seeking a qualified and passionate Chef to create high-quality, nutritious meals that meet the dietary needs of our aged care residents.

Your Role – More Than Just Cooking As a Chef you will:

• Prepare and present varied, nourishing, and appetizing meals that align with dietary needs and preferences.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen environment, maintaining hygiene and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with catering staff, residents, and care teams to enhance meal services.
• Lead and support kitchen staff, fostering a high-performance and team-driven culture.
• Manage kitchen finances, including menu planning, budgeting, and stock control.
• Evaluate and improve catering services, ensuring cost-effectiveness and resident satisfaction.

What You Bring to the Table

• A relevant trade qualification (Cert III or Cert IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent).
• Experience working in a commercial kitchen, ideally in Aged Care or large-scale catering.
• A valid Queensland Driver's Licence.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to mentor and guide staff.
• Knowledge of safe food handling practices and WHS compliance.
• Police Check (or willingness to obtain).

What We Offer You

• Access to Salary Packaging – enjoy up to $15,990 of your salary tax-free
• Training and support on meal fortification and food-first approach
• Bi-annual chef workshops to provide support through interaction with leaders in the Health Care Industry
• Access to discounts, such as health insurance, holiday and travel, gym membership, IT, and home appliances
• Membership to our full-service Employee Assistance Program, including professional, lifestyle and wellness support
• Access to the Lutheran Services Wellbeing Program: 5 to Thrive

About Us:

Lutheran Services is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support to communities across Queensland. With 11 residential aged care facilities under our stewardship, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life for our residents while upholding our values of compassion, integrity, and excellence.

Part of Lutheran Services, Immanuel Gardens Aged Care service in Buderim is community focused and committed to providing compassionate and high- quality care to our residents.

Apply Now by completing the application form below and attaching an updated copy of your resume. To view the position description, please click here