Head Chef - Relocate to Townsville, QLD

Talent Quarter are proudly partnered with a leading NFP provider who have an opportunity for an experienced head chef to join a supportive aged care team in Townsville. This is a great opportunity to lead a kitchen where your work makes a genuine difference to residents every day.  If you’re an experienced Chef or kitchen leader looking for a rewarding role where your skills and leadership can genuinely improve residents’ daily lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits on offer:

• Industry leading base salary $$$
• Excellent work/life balance with shifts designed to support your personal needs
• Generous salary packaging and not-for-profit tax benefits – claim up to $18,550 tax free
• Private health insurance and gym discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Career progression and professional development opportunities
• Supportive team environment with strong clinical and allied health support
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the quality of life of older Australians

About the role This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll oversee food preparation and service, lead a dedicated kitchen team, and ensure residents receive nutritious, high-quality meals that meet their individual dietary needs.

You’ll play an important role in creating a positive dining experience for residents while ensuring the kitchen operates safely, efficiently and in line with food safety, nutrition, hydration and aged care standards.

You’ll join a close-knit community where residents are supported by dedicated care, clinical and allied health professionals. The contemporary environment and collaborative team culture provide an excellent setting to make a meaningful contribution every day.

Key responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and coordinate efficient meal preparation and service
• Prepare nutritious, high-quality meals, including meals for residents with special dietary requirements
• Ensure menus and meals align with individual resident needs and care plans
• Maintain compliance with food safety, hygiene, nutrition, hydration and aged care requirements
• Manage stock control, food ordering, storage and kitchen budgets
• Supervise, roster, train and mentor kitchen staff
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and workplace health and safety
• Work collaboratively with care, clinical and lifestyle teams
• Engage positively with residents and respond to their individual preferences and needs
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across food service and kitchen operations

About you You’re an experienced Chef or kitchen leader who takes pride in delivering nutritious, high-quality food and creating a positive experience for residents.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience
• Food Handling and Hygiene certification – essential
• Experience in aged care, hospital, commercial catering or a similar environment
• Previous experience leading, supervising or mentoring a kitchen team
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• The ability to prioritise tasks, work independently and contribute effectively to a team
• The ability to obtain a National Police Check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check prior to commencement, where required
• Visa sponsorship takeover can be considered for applicants currently working in Australia. 

Please note visa sponsorship for overseas applicants is not available at this time. 

To find out more information please APPLY NOW or give Alexiss a call on 0485 836 617.