Melbourne, VIC
* Superannuation + Salary packaging
* Full time - Monday to Friday 0900-1706
* Join a progressive & supportive team
Want to be the one to make a positive impact in the lives of older people every day. Then Royal Freemasons is for you! Experience the rewards of making a difference in older people’s lives by showing compassion and care.
The opportunity
The Royal Freemasons community is looking for experienced and motivated Chef Manager to join our team at Coppin Centre Residential Aged Care Facility in Melbourne.
The Chef is responsible for the safe provision of quality food and beverage services to our residents, ensuring the individual nutritional requirements and preferences of each resident are met.
Qualifications and Experience
* Trade Certificate in Cookery or higher-level qualification
* Food Safety Supervisors Certificate.
* Ideally previous experience within an Aged Care environment
Key responsibilities include
* Monitor all records according to the Food Safety Plans and the requirements of the organisation
* Ensure that all stock is rotated so that ‘first in’ goes ‘first out’
* Ensure that all storage areas (dry stores, fridges, freezers) are kept clean and tidy at all times
* Maintain budget cost requirements per resident/day
* Conduct appraisals provide feedback and performance manage staff within the scope of HR Procedures or with HR / FM advice and support.
* Maintain a professional approach at all times
* Maintain harmonious relationships with residents, staff and visitors at all times
* Order food supplies
* Coordinate and receive delivery of goods as required
* Verify invoices against received goods
* Consult with Dietician regarding residents’ nutritional needs.
* Ensure the FM is briefed and kept regularly informed regarding the operations of the department.
* Meeting required Aged Care Quality Standards
* An ability to undertake unannounced accreditation visits within the residential home environment
* Maintaining OH&S compliance
Key Requirements
It is a mandatory requirement when working in the Aged Care sector to have a valid Police Clearance or National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening Clearance, or potentially both, to undertake the inherent requirements of this role.
All Aged Care workers must be vaccinated against Covid-19 (3 vaccines) and are encouraged to receive the Flu-Vaccine, all successful applicants will be required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination prior to commencement.
Benefits
* More take-home pay with competitive salary packaging options up to $15,990, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annum
* Confidential access to our Employee Assistance Program
* Free onsite parking
Why work for Royal Freemasons?
We are an established and highly regarded Not-for-Profit provider of Aged Care Services across the Residential, Home Care and Retirement Living sectors. We offer salary packaging and a comprehensive employee benefits scheme. With locations across greater Melbourne our staff benefit from great learning and career prospects, fantastic resources and enjoy an envied reputation for excellence in care.
Royal Freemasons is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment; and maintaining the health and safety of our staff, contractors and visitors. As part of your application, you will be required to complete a pre-employment screening declaration.
How to apply
If you want a career that is rewarding and makes the difference, then we want to hear from you! Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.