At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious, nutritious meals for our residents and enhance their dining experience.
- Company: Join Uniting AgeWell, a values-driven organisation dedicated to supporting older people.
- Benefits: Above award pay, salary packaging, career growth, and 24/7 employee support.
- Other info: Flexible shifts available; join a supportive team that values kindness and respect.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older Australians while honing your culinary skills.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and experience in aged care kitchens.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
About Us
At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 5000 staff and 700 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care. Uniting AgeWell provides a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion.
Why choose Uniting AgeWell - Kings Meadows
- Easy to access with public transport and free on/off site parking
- Above award hourly rates
- Salary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually
- Annual Leave loading
- Career pathways, education and training opportunities
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 for our staff
- Enhanced Parental Leave options
- Location options - move within our Uniting AgeWell network (Victoria and Tasmania)
- Not for profit, values-based organisation
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for a passionate Chef to join the team at Uniting AgeWell Kings Meadows. The focus of this role is to provide high quality, nutritious meals and exceptional service to our residents to enhance their daily lives. This includes:
- Planning, ordering and preparing meals in a way that will enhance the resident’s dining experience, in line with all specialised diets, including supplements and texture modified foods
- Ensure a high level of compliance with all food safety guidelines and HACCP procedures
This is a casual role with availability to work at least 1-3 shifts a week 9:30 am - 5:30 pm.
About you
This is the place for you if you have:
- Hold a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent).
- Experience in a Residential Aged Care kitchen environment (ordering, budgeting and rostering).
- Worked with specialised diets, including supplements and texture modified foods.
- Fully conversant with HACCP and food safety legislation.
- Thrive in a team and also appreciate the one to one interactions.
- Committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BEST way of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust).
Essentials for working in Aged Care
- A current Working With Vulnerable People card
- Current and ongoing flu vaccinations
- Australian working rights
- Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.
For more information please contact the Recruitment Team.
Please note the position and location. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you!
Chef in Launceston employer: Uniting AgeWell Careers
Uniting AgeWell is an exceptional employer dedicated to enhancing the lives of older Australians through a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer opportunities for professional development while fostering a sense of community among our 5,000 staff members. Located in Victoria and Tasmania, our focus on the BEST philosophy—Believe, Excel, Support, and Trust—ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents and clients.
