Head Chef

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QLD - Sunshine Coasttime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
March 18, 2026 (27 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR147394##

Job Description:

### About the Opportunity:

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a
** Chef Manager
** with a passion for nutritious, resident-focussed dining to join our team at St Vincent’s Care Services Maroochydore.
** St Vincent’s Care Services Maroochydore
** is a modern, lifestyle-oriented aged care service located in a master-planned community precinct within walking distance of restaurants and shops centre on Queensland’s famed Sunshine Coast.

For further information on our Maroochydore facility please visit

As our
** Chef Manager**, you will lead the kitchen team to deliver high-quality, nutritional meals that enhance resident wellbeing and support positive dining experiences. You’ll oversee menu innovation, compliance, budget management, food safety, and team leadership, all while creating an environment where residents feel cared for and valued.

If you’re a motivated Chef Manager who wants to combine culinary excellence with meaningful purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help us create a dining experience that feels like home.
** This is a full-time permanent opportunity, Monday to Friday.**### ###

Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement seasonal, nutritious, consumer focussed menus aligned with dietary, cultural, and clinical needs
* Ensure full compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards, food safety legislation, and organisational policies
* Lead, train, and mentor the kitchen team to maintain high performance and a positive workplace culture
* Oversee all kitchen operations, including ordering, stock control, and budget management
* Collaborate with clinical and lifestyle teams to deliver resident‑centred dining experiences
* Drive innovation in food presentation, flavours, textures, and service models
* Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment
* Follow directives from individual care plans to support person‑centred care### About You
* Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery (required) and a current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
* Proven experience in volume cooking, ideally in hotels, healthcare, or similar environments
* Strong understanding of all facets of food services, including chill production and dining service planning
* Excellent knowledge and compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
* High level of customer service, strong communication skills, and exceptional attention to detail
* Ability to work collaboratively and build positive relationships across teams
* Ability to follow directives as per care plans
* NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain) is required for this role.
** Things that work for you:
*** Caring and supportive team culture with opportunity for training and growth
* Competitive salary packaging options up to $15,990, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annum
* Opportunity to work for the nation’s largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive vision
* Friendly team environment with a great community care spirit
* Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its service
* No cost uniforms and training
* Free annual flu vaccination
* Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families
* Access to the Fitness Passport (FP)
** Reconciliation Action Plan
** St Vincent's Health Australia embraces Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people's unique perspectives, knowledge, and cultural. We strive to achieve better physical, mental, and spiritual health outcomes through continued connection with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We understand the need to effectively engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to influence decision making at all levels and to create opportunity through sustainable and culturally safe employment.

As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit  or get in contact at indigenous careers.au
** No agencies please.**## Closing Date:17 March 2026 11:59pm## Reconciliation Action Plan:
* At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
** For further information, visit https or get in contact at indigenous careers.au*## Code of Conduct:
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