Chef

Join our dedicated Hotel Services Team as a Chef and make a difference in the lives of our residents at West Lakes Residential Aged Care Facility. This role focuses on preparing high-quality meals, allowing for a healthy work-life balance while providing exceptional food for our community.

Here’s What a Typical Day in the Role Might Look Like:

• Lead the preparation and cooking of meals for residents, ensuring high-quality food is served.
• Collaborate with the Chef Manager to plan menus catering to dietary requirements, preferences, and cultural needs.
• Oversee kitchen operations, including stock control, waste management, and food safety protocols.
• Ensure meals are presented beautifully and in line with food safety standards.
• Work closely with kitchen staff, providing training and guidance as needed.

What We Offer:

• Salary Packaging: Unlock up to $15,900 in tax-free earnings through salary packaging, boosting your take-home pay.
• Meal and Entertainment Benefits: Enjoy an additional $2,650 tax-free annually.
• Leave Loading: Benefit from 17.5% annual leave loading, making your holiday pay go further.
• Wellbeing Support: Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme offering professional and personal support.
• Career Growth and Development: Continuous training and development opportunities to help you excel.
• Flexible and Inclusive Work Environment: A supportive and inclusive team culture.
• Generous Parental Leave: 16 weeks of paid parental leave to support you during one of life’s most important milestones.

Who's Hiring?

The Hotel Services Team is looking for a skilled Chef to join their dynamic team. This team collaborates to ensure every resident enjoys exceptional meals tailored to their individual dietary needs.

What Qualities is the Team Looking For?

• Culinary expertise with a passion for high-quality food.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations efficiently.
• A commitment to food safety and hygiene standards.

What You’ll Bring:

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience in a similar role, particularly within aged care or hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP food safety standards.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

Why Join Us?

At UnitingSA, we are committed to improving the quality of life for our residents – and as a Chef, you’ll be at the heart of that mission. You’ll have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills in a meaningful role, contributing to a values-driven organisation that cares deeply for both its residents and team members.

If You’re Interested:

For a confidential discussion, contact Travis Jenkins, Hotel Services Manager, on 0414 860 ***. If you require assistance with your application, please reach out to our Talent & Acquisition team at 08 8440 2***.

Applications close Wednesday, 2nd September 2026.

UnitingSA reserves the right to close this advert earlier if a suitable candidate is identified.

We Welcome Applications From:

We welcome applications from all community members, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with all abilities and diversities.

Our employment screenings vary based on role requirements to ensure we recruit individuals aligned with our standards.

Don’t forget – you don’t need to tick every box!

If you’re inspired to make a positive difference, apply now!

Attachments:
- JD - Chef Aged Care Award Level 6 (Hotel Services)_Nov 2025.pdf