Head Chef_Full Time_Elizabeth Park, South Australia
Core
Deliver exceptional meal experiences and nutrition to residents in an aged care facility, managing kitchen operations and staff.
Role type
Head Chef (Aged Care)
Builds
Nutritious, culturally appropriate meals for residents with diverse dietary needs
Domain
Healthcare / Aged Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Kitchen operations management, team leadership, food safety compliance, menu planning, dietary requirement management, supply chain management, rostering
Preferred skills
Experience in aged care, knowledge of Australian food safety standards
Technologies
Food Safety Plan systems, kitchen management tools
Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day kitchen operations and lead kitchen staff; Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain Food Safety Plans; Plan menus in consultation with dietitians and nursing staff to meet nutritional and cultural needs; Manage supply ordering, budget, and inventory; Coordinate meal preparation, cooking, serving, and delivery; Document recipes and special dietary requirements; Create staff rosters meeting workload and budget requirements; Report issues regarding food services or residents to management.