At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious meals and memorable dining experiences for our residents.
- Company: Join St Vincent’s Care Services, a leading not-for-profit aged care provider.
- Benefits: Enjoy salary packaging, gym discounts, free uniforms, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a friendly team that values inclusivity and community spirit.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents through your culinary passion.
- Qualifications: Trade qualification in Commercial cooking or relevant chef experience required.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
About the Opportunity:
We are looking for a passionate Chef to join our team at St Vincent’s Care Services Carseldine. Our 189-bed facility offers residents a supportive and welcoming environment, with Residential Living aged care, Independent Living and Community Living services all available at the same location. Bring your passion for cooking and culinary expertise to create memorable dining experiences for our residents. From preparing nutritious, multi-course meals to contributing ideas for diverse and engaging menus, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your creativity while working alongside a supportive and experienced team committed to raising the standard of aged care dining.
Things that work for us:
- Permanent part-time
- Trade qualification in Commercial cooking or Chef
- Experience with volume cooking such as hotels, healthcare and/or similar environments
- Excellent knowledge related to all facets of Food Services which includes but not limited to chill production and planning dining service
- Ability to lead day-to-day production with the assistance of the kitchenhands and accept responsibility for the smooth running of the kitchen
- Understanding of and compliance with food safety hygiene standards
- Strong attention to detail and communication skills
- Ability to follow directives as per care plan
- Willing to apply for a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (essential)
- Willing to apply for a NDIS Worker Screening Check (essential)
Things that work for you:
- Salary packaging options up to $15,990, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annum
- Access to the Fitness Passport (Gym/pool discounted program), Blue Light Card and discounted holiday accommodation
- Opportunity to work for the nation’s largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive vision
- Friendly team environment with a great community care spirit
- Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its service
- No cost uniforms and training
- Free annual flu vaccination
- Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families
Why become part of the St Vincent’s Care family?
For more than 175 years, St Vincent’s Care Services (SVCS) has been a leading Catholic provider of Aged Care Services in Australia. We value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcome, safe, fair and impartial and invite people from all backgrounds to join our caring family.
Reconciliation Action Plan:
St Vincent’s Health Australia embraces Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s unique perspectives, knowledge, and culture. We strive to achieve better physical, mental, and spiritual health outcomes through continued connection with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
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Contact Details:
St Vincent's Health Australia Recruitment Team
