Chef

Job Description:

About the Opportunity:

We are looking for a special kind of person a St Vincents kind of person. Someone who puts compassion connection and caring for other people at the heart of everything they do.

As our Casual Chef you will be part of an experienced engaged and dedicated team that is committed to creating a welcoming professional and caring environment for the residents of St Vincents Care Southport. Our commitment is to listen to each resident understand who each person is - a unique individual who we respect and treat with kindness and compassion.

Our Southport home lies in the heart of the central business district of the Gold Coast. Residents of St Vincents Care Services Southport enjoy our close proximity to waterfront parklands shops restaurants entertainment medical facilities public transport and the local bowls and RSL clubs.

Whats on your CV is important but whats in your heart matters more.

Because at St Vincents kindness works for us.

Things that work for us:

• Trade qualification in Commercial cooking (preferred) current Food Handler Certificate

• Minimum of 2 years experience in high volume cooking and 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

• High level of customer service skills

• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills

• Ability to follow directives as per care plan

• Understanding of Aged Care and resident rights and responsibilities

• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC)

• NDIS Worker Screening Check may be a requirement of this role.

Things that work for you:

• Opportunity to join a modern residence redefining the expectations of aged care

• Competitive salary packaging options up to $15990 Novated leasing plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2650 per annum

• Opportunity to work for the nations 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

• Access to the Fitness Passport (FP)

Why become part of the St Vincents Care family.

Our spiritual and hospital-based heritage has taught us that wellness is about more than medical needs. Its about building a true partnership around trust and respect. Thats why we take a person-centred approach delivering holistic individual care that achieves wellbeing for mind body and spirit.

At St Vincents we value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the important 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 Vincents Health Australia embraces Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples unique perspectives knowledge and cultural. We strive to achieve better physical mental and spiritual health outcomes through continued connection with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We understand the need to effectively engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to influence decision making at all levels and to create opportunity through sustainable and culturally safe employment.

As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information visit agencies please.

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