Head Chef Calvary Flora McDonald - Cowandilla Join one of Australia's leading health, community and aged care providers Permanent Role Excellent salary packaging options available About the role The Head Chef is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the kitchen and ensuring the highest standards in quality of services and food production.This position is day shifts only, hours vary between 07.00 and 17.00 and will oversee our largest aged care facility with 153 beds.What you bring Certificate lll or lV in commercial cooking or other relevant trade certificate 5 Years experience in the Hospitality Industry Experience in bulk cooking and food preparation Working knowledge of the HACCP principles food safety standards and regulations Strong leadership & communication skills Ability to order stock and maintain budget Commitment to continuing professional development A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission based organisation Benefits This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a leading mission based health care organisation.We offer paid parental leave, salary packaging, career progression, flexible working hours and training and skills development.Calvary is also proud to be recognised as a leader in gender equality.Further details are available here: https://www.calvarycare.org.au/careers/benefits/ About Calvary Calvary is a national Catholic provider of health, community and aged care services operating in six states and territories.Our services include public and private hospital care, acute and sub-acute care, home care services and retirement and aged care services, in both rural and metropolitan areas.Calvary employs over 11,000 people and has over 1,500 volunteers.Calvary continues the mission of the Sisters of the Little Company of Mary, a mission focused on caring for those who are sick, dying and in need.We express our values of hospitality, healing, stewardship and respect through "being for others" exemplified by the Spirit of Calvary and the example of Venerable Mary Potter.How to join the team To join our diverse, compassionate and dedicated team for a rewarding Calvary career, please submit an online application.Please note: attached to the job advertisement on the Calvary Careers portal are important documents relating to the role.Please ensure you view these documents before beginning your application.It is suggested that you download a copy of these for your reference.Candidates must hold Australian or NZ Citizenship or the capacity to permanently work in Australia.Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.As part of the application process, you may be required to participate in a health evaluation, which could include face to face assessment and drug and alcohol testing, to ensure your suitability for the role.For further information please contact Regional Services Manager David Purdue on 08 8159 7000.If you are looking for a rewarding career in an organisation that supports the community, apply now!Please note the following: Only applicants with a valid right to work in Australia will be considered.As part of the application process, you may be required to participate in a health evaluation, which could include face to face assessment and drug and alcohol testing, to ensure your suitability for the role.Please note we are unable to accept emailed applications or resumes and phone calls from recruitment agencies.