Chief Cook - Residential Aged Care

Are you a passionate and experienced Chief Cook looking for your next leadership opportunity? We are seeking a dedicated person to lead our kitchen operations in Innisfail. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who takes pride in preparing high-quality meals, leading a team, maintaining food safety standards, and delivering exceptional dining experiences.Your RoleAs a Chief Cook you'll be looking after the most important people in our organisation - our residents. Your tasks will include: Prepare and cook daily nutritionally balanced meals.As required, order main line food commodities and maintain stock reserves and controlSupervise Client Services Assistants and Volunteers directly associated with the kitchen environment (where applicable)Ensure the needs of the residents are met through regular monitoring of catering servicesPrepare menus and involve residents in choice and selection where appropriateMonitor and comply with Workplace Health and Safety and Environmental practices Your AttributesWe're looking for a person who has what it takes to support our aged care team to deliver exceptional services to our clients. You have:A warm and caring natureThe willingness to go the extra mileA positive attitude towards health and wellbeingThe flexibility to work a varied rosterHow You'll BenefitYou'll become part of the Ozcare family, and in addition to the training and support that you would expect, you will also receive:5 weeks annual leave as standardAnnual leave loadingOptional salary packaging, meal entertainment cards, and novated leasesPrivate health insurance discountsUniform and laundry allowanceEmployee Assistance ProgramRole RequirementsBe vaccinated against Influenza & at least 1 dose of Covid-19 vaccineCurrent Police Screening CertificateFood Safety Supervisor CertificateDemonstrated previous cooking experience for large groups would be an advantageCurrent First Aid & CPR CertificatesWelcoming AllWe welcome everyone to become part of the Ozcare family regardless of belief, ethnic or social background, health and gender. Ozcare is the organisation it is today because of each person who is a part of it. This spirit of togetherness is reflected in our mission and values, and our commitment to reconciliation. First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.