Bolton Clarke is Australia’s largest independent, not-for-profit aged care provider shaping the future of positive ageing. With RSL Queensland and the Royal District Nursing Service at the heart of our DNA, we have been caring for Australians since 1885. Today, our exceptional teams support more than 130,000 people to live independently at home and across our 43 retirement living communities and 88 residential aged care homes. Everything we do is dedicated to enabling, celebrating and supporting older Australians to live and age positively.
Situated in Banora Point, the Darlington retirement living community offers contemporary villas and a coastal lifestyle close to beaches, national park, shops and clubs.
The Job:
You will be part of a team dedicated to our residents, contributing to a model of care that goes above and beyond every day. The Head Chef position is a great opportunity to move into an essential and secure industry. Every day you will be making a difference in people’s lives, building fabulous relationships with our residents and their families. The Head Chef will have:
* Demonstrated leadership experience as a Chef, preferably in an aged care (or similar) environment.
* Previous experience in total kitchen operations and site management in an aged care (or similar) environment.
* Experience managing staff, as well as food and operational costs.
* Demonstrated knowledge regarding nutrition and the importance of dietary requirements for aged care consumers.
* Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (or proven equivalent experience).
* You will also bring a real commitment to working safely, fabulous teamwork skills, basic computer skills and a passion for making a difference. Aged care experience preferred, but not essential for right candidate
What we offer:
* Friendly team and great culture.
* Salary packaging options and tax benefits of up to $15,900 plus additional $2650 in entertainment per year available!
* EAP for you and your family
* Discounts on retail and insurances.
* Free Annual Flu Vaccinations
Mandatory for compliance
* Please Note: Successful applicants must complete a National Police Check and/or NDIS Worker Check
* Evidence of Australian work rights