Head Chef: Full-time
Rye, VIC, Australia, 3941 Permanent Closing on: Mar 1 2026
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Position Description
Head Chef- Calvary Rye Sands
Make a difference in the lives of our residents with one of Australia's leading health care providersGenerous not-for-profit salary packaging benefitsChallenging and rewarding work environmentPermanent Full-time position available!
About The Role
Reporting to the Home Manager at Calvary Rye Sands, located in Rye.
We are looking for experienced Chef who is passionate about providing an exceptional food offering to our residents.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and oversee the preparation of daily meals for residents that meet their special dietary requirements eg; texture modified, allergen compliant, culturally relevant.Ensure the menu is adhered to and residents receive meals of choice.Ensure all meals prepared and served are fresh, well presented, appetising and aromatic.Act as the Nominated Food Safety Supervisor for the site
What You Bring
Significant experience in a similar role in the residential care or health care sectors.Knowledge of the various legislative and regulatory requirements relevant to the catering service within the residential care sector.Working knowledge of menu planning, ordering, managing stock levels, IDDSI, staff supervision and allergen management.An approved cooking course such as a Certificate in Cooking and/or Certificate in Advanced Culinary Techniques and/or experience managing an aged care catering operationPrevious experience and working knowledge of menu planning, ordering and special diet preparation (desirable)Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (Health Care Competencies)A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission based organisation
Your benefits:
NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships Paid parental leave Training, development pathways and career opportunitiesFlexible hours that make sense for you
Why work for Calvary?
At Calvary, our staff matter.
Join our team, learn with purpose and drive positive impact in one of Australia's largest healthcare providers across Public and Private Hospitals, Residential Aged Care and Home Care.
With over 130 years' experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.
Apply now to start your career in an organisation that is making a positive difference in the community.
Please note the following:
As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role