BlueCross|SapphireCare is looking for an experienced Chef to join our Livingstone Gardens Residence in Vermont South.

BlueCross Livingstone Gardens is a state-of-the-art aged care residence in Vermont South. Conveniently located close to public transport, shopping and restaurants, Livingstone Gardens offers permanent, respite and dementia care to 210 residents.

About the Role

Reporting to the Chef Manager and working with a team of catering staff you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality catering service to our residents. This role is essential in the preparation and overseeing the provision of the resident’s daily meals in accordance with dietary requirements whilst working cooperatively with care staff in a fun and positive work environment.

This is a full time role, Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week.

About You

• Good interpersonal communication with staff, residents and families
• Must be organised, have good time management skills and clean work processes
• Diploma in Catering / Cooking or Cert 4 Commercial Cookery
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate preferred
• Food Handling Certificate
• Knowledge and experience with modified texture food and drinks
• Basic computer skills required
• Understanding of OH&S, Food Safety legislation and record keeping

Why join BlueCross|SapphireCare?

• We are a values driven organisation that recognises our biggest asset is our people
• We have an amazing (and free!) rewards program which gives you access to salary packaging on some work-related expenses, retail and entertainment discounts and much more!
• Fantastic learning & development opportunities including paid training and ongoing professional development
• Great employee benefits including super salary sacrificing and 30% staff discounts on many Australian retail brands
• Our reward and recognition program that is embedded into our daily culture and work practices
• Be a part of a leading aged care provider committed to treating our elderly citizens with dignity and respect

If you are passionate about this opportunity and would like to become part of our BlueCross|SapphireCare team – APPLY NOW.

Please visit our careers page on www.bluecross.com.au for more information on your career pathway with us. For more information about the position, please visit the position description for this role.

BlueCross is delivering community and residential services focusing on wellness, capabilities and changing the face of aged care.

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