Salary Range - Minimum $30.72 per hour Vic

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Why Join Arcare?

• Supportive leadership and a positive workplace culture
• Job security, growth industry
• State-of-the-art facilities and working environment within leading provider
• Professional development opportunities
• Exclusive employee discounts (Apple, Samsung, Travel, Health Insurance, Gyms & more)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Reward & Recognition programs
• Interstate reach & mobility options

About the Role:  

The Chef plays a significant role in enhancing the quality of life for residents at Arcare by providing delicious and nutritious meals.  As the Chef, you will prepare well-balanced meals while fostering  a positive dining experience for our residents, leading by example & providing guidance to the broader Catering team.

Key responsibilities:

• Meal Preparation: Responsible for preparing meals according to the menus designed by the Head Chef. Ensure that the meals are nutritious, appealing, and meet the specific dietary needs of individual residents.
• Special Diets: Accommodate special dietary requirements, such as texture-modified diets, to cater to the unique health conditions and preferences of our residents.
• Food Safety and Hygiene: Adhere to strict food safety and hygiene standards to prevent foodborne illnesses and maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Quality Control: Monitor the quality of ingredients and finished dishes, ensuring that they meet high standards in taste, appearance, and portion sizes.
• Collaboration with Kitchen Staff: Work as part of a team in the kitchen, collaborating with other kitchen staff, to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.

What we’re looking for

• Certificate III or IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)
• Food Safety Supervisor Certification
• Adaptability, passion for what you produce and how you lead the team
• Collaborative approach

About Arcare

As one of Australia’s leading aged care providers, Arcare operates over 60 residences across QLD, NSW, ACT, SA and VIC, supported by more than 10,000 team members. Our focus is simple — building meaningful relationships between residents, families, and staff, with our residents at the heart of everything we do.

Ready to Apply

Our people and culture set us apart and our ongoing focus of working together as one team. If you think this role is the right fit for you, we invite you to apply.

Applicants must have Australian Working Rights and hold (or be willing to obtain) a NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Arcare is proud to celebrate diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.