The Role
We have an exciting and fast-paced opportunity to join the Infinite Aged Care team as a Chef Manager at our Hahndorf facility. Reporting directly to the Facility Manager and being a member of the site leadership team, this full-time, permanent role is Monday to Friday and is fully accountable for the daily operations in the kitchen, leading a small team managing the site café and service functions.
A key success factor in this leadership role is building and maintaining high-trust, respectful, and professional relationships with colleagues and support teams, underpinning operational excellence and aligning with our core values at Infinite Aged Care.
As the Chef Manager, you will be deeply connected with our residents, actively seeking feedback to improve food and nutritional services, and effectively communicating your vision, creativity, and wellness attitude with food. Your team is passionate about providing high-quality food and beverage service across various settings including the dining hall, in-house café, in-room dining, and events. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives through your passion for food.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure the daily delivery of 5-star quality meals on time, including room service and café offerings, following set menus tailored to residents' preferences and nutritional plans.
* Lead and coach kitchen staff on workplace safety routines and safety checklists.
* Participate in Infinite's Chef Community to share culinary creations and cater events.
* Manage budgets, procurement, stocktakes, and equipment maintenance.
* Attend daily management meetings with other department heads to implement strategic and operational plans collaboratively.
* Actively listen to and respect customer feedback, especially from residents and their families.
* Ensure compliance with food hygiene audits and regulatory standards, promoting safety and proactive attitudes.
* Collaborate with regional support networks to improve food outcomes and develop new food services.
* Partner with community education providers and VET programs to facilitate student placements in the kitchen.
This role involves physical tasks such as bending, squatting, lifting, and pushing. You must be able to perform these tasks safely without risk of injury.
Who are you?
* Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial kitchens.
* Proven leadership experience in kitchen teams.
* A natural people person who fosters a safe, fun, and learning-oriented work environment.
* Exceptional communication skills and stakeholder engagement.
* Open to feedback and committed to continuous development.
* A positive, approachable leader who collaborates well with other operational teams.
* Willing to attend safety and upskilling training provided by the company.
* Hold a Certificate III or higher in Commercial Cookery and a valid Food Safety Supervisors certificate.
* Ability to adapt menu planning creatively for residents.
* Experience in aged care or health sector is advantageous.
Benefits - Why work for us?
* Discounted activities via Infinite's FitnessPassport program.
* Free in-house and online training programs.
* Employee discounts through EAP and Flare programs.
* Free professional development opportunities.
* Career growth within a mentoring culture.
* Opportunities to upskill through roadshows and team learning.
* Supportive, positive team environment.
* Workplace safety focus for residents, families, and staff.
* Team activities and wellbeing initiatives.
* Discounted health insurance with Australian Unity.
Who are we?
Infinite Aged Care is a leading provider with 17 facilities across Australia, dedicated to delivering high-quality aged care services and creating memorable experiences for residents. We support our employees in skill development and growth. Learn more about our locations .
Join us and help make aged care great
Note: Successful applicants will need to complete pre-employment checks, hold or be willing to apply for NDIS clearance, and provide proof of age (driver's license or age card). Passport not accepted. If needed, apply via your state's Department of Transport website.
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