Chef - Rockingham

When you join Mercy Care, you join something bigger. A community of staff that make a difference at the heart of the community. As aleading Western Australian not-for-profit provider of aged care,family, community, early learning, and disability services wesupport people throughout life’s journey. We invest in ourpeople by building rewarding careers, offering training and development opportunities and a values-driven culture where ourpeople can belong and thrive.

We currently have an excellent opportunity on offer for adedicated and passionate Chef to join our team on a permanent part-time basis at our aged care facility based in Rockingham. Thisrole is offering 76 hours per fortnight. You will join a committed and inclusive team who take pride in providing our residents with awide variety of nutritious, varied meal options tailored to their dietary requirements.

You will take pride in maintaining the kitchen effectively and efficiently, prioritising safe and hygienic food practices and promoting overall wellbeing. You will work underthe guidance of the Head Chef with responsibility for Food Service Assistants during shifts, menu planning and personalising resident care.

You will be passionate about your craft and set high standards for quality, service delivery and safety, whilst contributing to an environment of collaboration and inclusion. You will be motivated to make a difference and eager to join a team that is dedicated to improving the lives of others, truly living the values of Mercy Careevery day. Your demonstrated Experience of catering to individuals in a Residential Aged Care setting or similar will also see you succeed in this role.

You will also possess the following qualifications:

• Minimum Cert III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent, CertIV preferable
• Safe Food Handling certificate (Obtained within last 12months)
• Infection Prevention Control Certificate
• Experience preparing texture modified meals
• Sound knowledge and application of Australian Food Safetyand hygiene Standards, and dietary nutrition requirements
• Excellent interpersonal skills, lending well to a diverse and inclusive team environment
• Excellent time management, attention to detail and record management skills
• National Police Clearance (obtained within the last 6months)

• Competitive salary with Not-for-Profit packaging options upto $18,000!
• Employee Benefits & discounts (including Childcare foryour own little ones)
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Program including discounted health insurance and free flu vaccinations.
• Free on-site parking – no weekly parking costs!
• Career Pathways, Professional Development and Training
• Options to purchase additional leave.

Click "Apply Now" to visit our website and submit your application. Applications close on 9th January
2026but don't wait—apply early, as we maybegin the recruitment process as soon as we find the right candidate.

Mercy Care values individuality. If you experience neurodiversityor live with a disability and would like support or accommodations to fully participate in our recruitment process, we would love tohear from you. Please reach out to us  .
Noteall other applications must be received via the online portal to be considered.

With our 175-year legacy extending back to the Catholic Sisters of Mercy, today we stand proud to make a positive difference in our local communities. Welive by our values – respect, integrity, compassion, justice,excellence, and courage.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people and the vulnerable. We invite applications from people from all walks of life, including

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and those from diverse ages, cultures, faiths, abilities, gender and sexuality.