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About Us:

At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 5000staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.

Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - www.unitingagewell.org

Why choose Uniting AgeWell - Strath-Haven

• Easy to access with public transport and free on/off site parking
• Above award hourly rates
• Salary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually
• Annual Leave loading
• Career pathways, education and training opportunities
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 for our staff
• Enhanced Parental Leave options
• Location options - move within our Uniting AgeWell network (Victoria and Tasmania)
• Not for profit, values-based organisation

About the role:

Are you an experienced Chef with strong leadership skills looking for a rewarding weekend role? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Chef to join the team at Uniting AgeWell Strath-Haven, overseeing the smooth operation of the kitchen and ensuring high standards of food quality and service for our residents.

About the Role:
This position is Saturday and Sunday, 6:30am to 2:30pm, and is ideal for someone who thrives in a supervisory role and is passionate about aged care. You’ll be responsible for leading the kitchen team, coordinating meal preparation, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards — all while delivering nutritious, well-balanced meals that support the health and wellbeing of our residents.

Supervisory experience is essential, along with a commitment to excellence and a genuine care for older people.

• Planning, ordering and preparing meals in a way that will enhance the resident’s dining experience, in line with all specialised diets, including supplements and texture modified foods
• Ensure a high level of compliance with all food safety guidelines and HACCP procedures
• Plan and prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals tailored to residents' dietary needs and preferences
• Ensure meals meet specific dietary requirements (e.g. texture-modified diets, allergies, cultural preferences)
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards in accordance with aged care regulations
• Monitor stock levels and order supplies as needed
• Collaborate with care staff to ensure meal times align with residents’ routines and care plans
• Supervise kitchen staff and delegate tasks effectively
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment
• Prepare meals for special occasions or themed events within the facility
• Receive and store food deliveries appropriately
• Record and report any incidents related to food safety or resident feedback
• Support residents’ wellbeing by creating a positive and respectful dining experience

About you:

This is the place for you if you have:

• Hold a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent).
• Have experience in a Residential Aged Care kitchen environment (ordering, budgeting and rostering
• Have worked with specialised diets, including supplements and texture modified foods
• Fully conversant with HACCP and food safety legislation
• Thrive in a team and also appreciate the one to one interactions
• Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BEST way of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)

Essentials for working in Aged Care:

• A current Working With Children Check card
• Current and ongoing flu vaccinations
• Australian working rights
• Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance

Make a positive difference in your community – apply now!

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.

You can access the position description here: Chef PD.pdf

For more information please contact the Recruitment Team at Recruitment@unitingagewell.org. Please note the position and location.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you!