We are seeking an experienced and professional Chef to join our team at an Aged Care facility in Keilor East.

This is a hands-on position requiring you to cook home-style comfort food in a fast paced kitchen for our valued elderly residents.

We are able to provide you with a great work/life balance with straight day shifts from 9.30am to 5.30pm.

Overall Purpose of the Position

· To efficiently manage the kitchen, maintaining consistently high standards of service and exceeding customer expectations at all times

Position Responsibilities

· To be responsible for the day to day operation of the kitchen, including overseeing and preparing all meals with a key focus on consistency and quality

· To adhere to all special dietary requirements including vegetarian, allergies/intolerances, supplements and texture modified diets.

· To perform all food handling tasks in accordance with the procedures outlined in the Food Safety Program

· To manage and supervise catering staff and ensure they perform their tasks in accordance with the our Food Hygiene Standard and Food Safety Program

· To ensure that all Food Safety Program monitoring records are accurately completed, maintained and current

· To assist with all food purchases, stock ordering and stocktakes

· To assist with rostering of all catering staff

Roster

· Part Time: 3 days per week

(Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday)

OR

· Part Time: 3 days per week

(Monday, Tuesday & Thursday)

Essential Criteria

· Previous experience in a similar kitchen management role

· Excellent written and verbal communication ability

· Strong organisational and planning skills

· High level attention to detail

· Effective time management and prioritisation skills

· Current National Police Check (less than 3 years old)

To Apply

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