- Certificate IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or higher
- Food Safety Supervisor Training (Health & Community) - HLTFSE001, HLTFSE005 and HLTFSE007
- Experience working in a food services environment and in the supervision of staff
- Interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with residents, families, employees and volunteers; patience; common sense and an understanding of client service
- Commitment to work as part of a team and without supervision
- Ability to be self-motivated and to promote a positive lifestyle environment
- Well-developed prioritisation and organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to operate with discretion and to maintain complete confidentiality
- Excellent Salary Packaging benefits ($15,900 salary packaging and $2,500 Meals & Entertainment)
- A positive and supportive workplace culture
- Paid parental leave
- Ongoing professional development
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Incentive
Chef, , St Catherine's Aged Care - Balwyn - VMCH
Description
Join the team at VMCH and combine your hospitable persona with your fantastic cooking skills to deliver the highest quality of food to our residents.
• Experienced Aged care chef required for our facility based at Balwyn
• Opportunity to work in great culture with a fun, friendly team, and supportive environment
• Excellent Not for Profit Salary Packaging Benefits
About the role
Are you a qualified Chef looking for a change of pace? Do you have a passion to work within the aged care sector? Would you like to join a progressive not-for-profit organisation that provides high quality care to individuals with complex needs? If the answer is yes, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.
About you
You will hold relevant certifications and have a comprehensive understanding of Food Safety Laws and Occupational Health and Safety in a kitchen environment. You will have demonstrated experience in all facets of food preparation including managing a team, menu planning, preparation of daily meals ensuring they are fresh, well presented and appetizing. Furthermore, you will:
While aged care or disability service experience would be great, what's more important is that you want to help to make a difference to our customers and prospective customer's lives.
Why VMCH?
Because the people we employ make it a great place to work In addition, VMCH will provide you with:
About us
VMCH is a Catholic, not-for-profit organisation that has been helping others for over 100 years.
As a Catholic organisation, our values underpin the work we do. We are especially committed to supporting people who are disadvantaged and marginalised, by creating choices, offering hospitality and building inclusive, compassionate and sustainable communities.
If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you Visit our careers page for other opportunities -
To work at VMCH, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, an Australian Criminal History Check, Evidence of Flu Vaccination and a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check. You may also be required to supply an International Police Check.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from recruitment agencies.