Regional Relief Chef

At Opal HealthCare we know that companies dont succeed people purpose is to bring joy to those we care for and our values of Compassion Accountability Respect and Excellence reflect that CARE is at the heart of everything we do. Opal HealthCare is one of Australias leading aged care providers with over 145 Care Communities and over 23000 team members the Role:Were looking for a passionate and experienced Regional Relief Chef to support our care communities by delivering exceptional dining experiences and stepping into key culinary leadership roles during periods of leave. This role is central to ensuring continuity quality and joy in every meal served to our on Offer:Location: Regional travel across your assigned Opal HealthCare regionEmployment Type: Permanent full-timeRemuneration: Attractive base salary 12% superannuationVariety & Flexibility: Work across multiple Care Communities bringing your skills where they are needed mostWhy Choose OpalSupportive work environment Join an experienced hospitality and leadership teamCareer development through the Opal HealthCare Academy and culinary upskilling programsLeadership pathways Grow into senior culinary or hospitality leadership rolesStudy support Scholarships up to $15000 for further professional development$5000 referral bonuses for bringing great people into the teamNational secondment opportunities Explore new locations and broaden your experienceBe part of sector-leading innovation in aged care food servicesWhat Youll Do:Prepare nutritious highquality meals aligned with resident dietary needs preferences and cultural requirementsCreate meaningful food experiences that enhance resident wellbeingLead kitchen and hospitality teams when covering Head Chef or Sous Chef dutiesMaintain exceptional standards in food safety hygiene and WHS complianceManage stock ordering and kitchen budgets in line with Opal procurement guidelinesBuild strong connections with residents families and team membersSupport training onboarding and coaching of kitchen staffContribute to seasonal menu creation and communitywide catering eventsWhat Youll Need:Certificate IV in Commercial Cooking or equivalent trade qualificationFood Safety Supervisor CertificationMinimum 5 years experience as a Head ChefPrevious supervisory or leadership experience (hospitality/aged care highly regarded)Excellent communication leadership and timemanagement skillsAbility to stay calm professional and solutionsfocused in busy kitchen environmentsUnderstanding of Food Safety WHS infection control and relevant legislationWillingness to complete:Preemployment medicalPolice CheckNDIS Worker Screening CheckCreate Meaningful Experiences Through FoodIf you are a talented chef who believes food plays a vital role in joy wellbeing and connection this is your opportunity to make a profound impact across multiple now to join Opal HealthCare as a Regional Relief Chef and bring warmth excellence and creativity to every plate you serve.