Chef (Bendigo)

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to join our dedicated team at mecwacare Flora Hill our 62-bed aged care home and mecwacare Long Gully, our 52-bed aged care home in Bendigo.

In this dynamic and collaborative environment, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality meals that support the health and wellbeing of our residents. Your strong work ethic and ability to work both independently and as part of a team will contribute to an exceptional dining experience.

What we offer:  

• Not-for-profit salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year, plus additional meal and entertainment benefits
• Discounted Health Insurance with Medibank
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for extra support when you need it
• Be recognised through Board Scholarships and Employee Awards that celebrate the great work of our people
• Be part of an organisation that genuinely values work-life balance

About the role: 

• Casual weekend opportunity (9:00 am–5:00 pm) and weekday leave cover.
• Our Long Gully and Flora Hill homes are conveniently located with easy access to public transport. Local bus services are nearby, and Bendigo Railway Station is approximately 3–4 km away

• Previous experience in aged Care.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in hospitality.
• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery.
• HLTFSE001 Follow basic food safety practices (Release 1).
• HLTFSE005 Apply and monitor food safety requirements (Release 1).
• HLTFSE007 Oversee the day-to-day implementation of food safety in the workplace (Release1).
• Food Safety Supervisor.
• Demonstrated knowledge of kitchen operations and management of kitchen staff.
• Experience in working to a set budget
• Ability to provide a high standard of customer service
• Experience in the preparation and presentation of food for large groups.

Why work for us? Be part of work that truly makes a meaningful difference.   

mecwacare is a leading not-for-profit organisation that has been supporting Victorians for more than 65+ years. We are a values-based, care-driven organisation that provides residential, community and in-home nursing, care and support services for the elderly and people living with a disability. mecwacare supports more than 20,000 people each week across greater Melbourne and regional Victoria. We are a rapidly growing organisation with a diverse workforce of more than 4000 employees and 500 volunteers, representing 89 nationalities and speaking 100 languages.

We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all ages, genders, abilities, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

All successful candidates must be willing to undergo and pass a National Police Check and other relevant compliance checks.