Aged Care Chef

Lions Haven is a leading not-for-profit 121 bed Residential Aged Care Facility in Hope Island. Our modern facility, which includes a 20 bed secure wing, offers a safe and comfortable environment to ensure quality of life to our residents, staff and visitors. Residents have the freedom to enjoy life in a homelike atmosphere where families and friends are most welcome.

We are looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Chef for an immediate start in a permanent part-time position. If you have great attention to detail, take pride in your work and have a caring and friendly nature, we'd love to hear from you!

About the Role

The role of our Chefs is to ensure that the meals and refreshments are provided to our Lions Haven residents that meet their individual nutritional needs and preferences. The chef is responsible for providing services that are in line with the Food Safety Program guidelines. They are responsible for food preparation and presentation of meals. They bring a strong commitment to customer service, food safety and an understanding of special dietary requirements that will have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our residents.

We are looking for individuals with strong communication skills and the ability to build positive and warm working relationships with residents and colleagues.

Benefits

Above award wages and benefits

Salary Packaging Opportunities.

Great Education and Development Opportunities.

Flexibility

Employee Wellness Benefits

Reward & Recognition Benefits

All about you

We are seeking kind and self-motivated people who have a passion for working with the elderly. Having come from a similar role within Hospitality, Aged Care or Health Services, you will demonstrate the following skills, knowledge and experience:

Contribute to the production of food items such as therapeutic diets, special meals etc.

Follow defined menus in a timely manner.

Assist the Department Head with the management of the food safety plan and its day-to-day compliance.

Ensuring meals and refreshments are provided that meet the resident’s individual needs

Food Safety or Food Handling practices certificate (HLTFSE001 preferred)

Sound commitment to providing exceptional customer service

A great team player with excellent communication skills

Ability to work unsupervised

Willingness to learn new skills on the job

A flexible approach to work and adaptable to fast a paced environment

Availability to work over a 7 day roster

Requirements

Qualified Chef

Aged care experience highly regarded

Police Check - obtained within the past 12 months

Current Covid-19 Vaccination including booster

2026 Influenza Vaccination

If you are passionate about providing excellent customer service and making a difference to our residents’ lives; we want to hear from you!