Relief Head Chef

At Opal HealthCare we know that companies dont succeed people do. Our 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 142 Care Communities and over 20000 team members the Role:Were looking for a passionate and creativeHead Chef to lead our kitchen design incredible menus and deliver an outstanding dining experience for our residents at Lansdowne GardensCare on Offer: Location: Lansdowne Gardens Care Community Neutral Bay Employment Type: Permanent full-time short term contract Remuneration:Attractive salary package superannuation Additional Benefits:Monday to Friday roster 12% superannuationWhy Choose OpalTrue work-life balance Lead a day-time kitchen with a Monday to Friday rosterCareer development Masterclasses networking and leadership pathways via our Opal HealthCare AcademyCreative freedom Design seasonal menus and create memorable dining experiencesStudy support Scholarships up to$15000for further educationPaid parental leave Industry-leading policy$5000 referral bonusesfor bringing a friend onboardVisa sponsorshipavailable for eligible candidatesWhat Youll Do: Lead mentor and inspire our kitchen team to deliver nutritious and delicious meals every day. Design creative seasonal menus that cater to the diverse needs and preferences of our residents. Maintain the highest standards of food safety kitchen hygiene and compliance. Manage kitchen budgets stock control and ordering efficiently. Create a dining experience that brings joy and enhances our residents quality of Youll Need: Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent trade qualification. Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in a leadership role. Food Safety Supervisor Certificate. A passion for culinary excellence and a genuine desire to make a difference in aged care. Strong leadership communication and financial management skills. Willingness to complete:Pre-employment medicalPolice checkNDIS Worker Screening CheckLead with FlavourIf you are a leader who believes in the power of food to bring joy and nurture community we would love to hear from nowto lead our culinary team with Opal HealthCare.