Chef Aged Care at Calvary Healthcare

Chef - Carrum DownsProgress with purpose at one of Australias largest health care providersSalary packaging benefits and professional development in a supportive team environmentPermanent Full-time opportunity to operate in Hospitality within the Aged Care sectorAbout the roleWe are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Full-Time chef to join our dynamic team at Calvary Bayview in Carrum Downs.The Chef will be responsible for planning and preparation of meals while ensuring the individual needs of our residents are being met and makes certain that each resident is offered choice.Your main duties will include:Plans prepares and oversees the preparation of daily meals and beverages for residents that meets the individual needs of residents including special dietary requirements allergies and culturally specific requirementsAssume responsibility for the effective running of the kitchen in the absence of Home Manager or Chef Manager including leading the team to ensure effective outcomesLiaise with the Clinical Leadership team of the home to ensure resident dietary requirements are reviewed and appropriate dietary interventions are documented as requiredActively monitors all areas relating to the hospitality environment as work is performed ensuring that any hazards (e.g. spills breaks etc.) are addressed promptly and areas are kept clean and slip freeAbout youTAFE Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or Certificate Level III in Food Studies (or working towards)Experience in bulk cooking and food preparationExperience in aged care or residential setting or healthcare settingAbility to plan menus to meet standards e.g. Food Act and Occupational Health and SafetyAbility to order food to meet requirements of menu cycle and keep within budgetCompletion of (HLTFSE001 Follow Basic Food Safety Practices) or willingness to obtainYour benefits:NFP salary packaging benefits discounted health insurance and gym membershipsPaid parental leaveTraining development pathways and career opportunitiesFlexible hours that make sense for youWhy work for CalvaryAt Calvary our staff matter.Join our team learn with purpose and drive positive impact in one of Australias largest healthcare providers across Public and Private Hospitals Residential Aged Care and Home Care.With over 130 years experience and 18000 staff and volunteers we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued drawing on your own strengths identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients residents and clients.Apply now to start your career in an organisation that is making a positive difference in the community.Please note the following:As part of the application process you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include but is not limited to reference checks work rights criminal history check NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role Key Skills Close Protection,Attorney,Fire And Gas,Light Vehicle Driving,ACCA,Broadcast Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1