Chef - Aged Care/Retirement - Uniting - Irwin Hall NSW

Cater Care · Newcastle NSW 2300 · Part time
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Chef - Aged Care/Retirement - Uniting - Irwin Hall NSW

Cater Care
Cultural DiversityDiversityEqual opportunities
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~$32k - $40k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Lead weekend kitchen operations and coordinate daily meal service for aged-care residents.
  • Prepare standard and texture-modified meals that meet dietary needs, including IDDSI requirements.
  • Maintain food quality, presentation, hygiene, safety documentation and a supportive team environment.

Weekend Chef role - no late nights

Roster: Saturday & Sunday 6:30 am to 3:00 pm 

About the Role

We are seeking an accomplished, compassionate Chef who goes beyond following recipes to elevate the resident dining experience. In this key culinary leadership role, you will combine high-standard culinary craftsmanship with resident-focused care, bringing expertise in the IDDSI standard to deliver delicious, nutritious, and beautifully crafted meals within a vibrant, community-oriented environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Kitchen Leadership: Overseeing and directing daily meal services to ensure smooth, efficient operations.
  • Inclusive Culinary Services: Preparing standard menus alongside specialized texture-modified diets and dietary requirements with dignity, precision, and care.
  • Quality Assurance: Ensuring every dish meets rigorous standards for taste, nutritional value, temperature, and visual presentation before service.
  • Safety & Compliance: Upholding strict kitchen hygiene, sanitation, and food safety documentation standards.
  • Team Collaboration: Partnering with a dedicated kitchen team to maintain a supportive, organized, and effective working environment.
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Skills

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Aged careAttention to detailCompassionFood safetyFood safety documentationIddsiKitchen hygieneKitchen leadershipMeal preparationMenu planningRetirement livingTeamworkTexture-modified diets

Perks & benefits

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Flexible hours/timeFlexible working hoursRetail store discountsSchool holidays off

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