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Form of workWhen you join MercyCare, you join something bigger. A community of staff that make a difference at the heart of the community. As a leading Western Australian not-for-profit provider of aged care, family, community, early learning, and disability services we support people throughout life’s journey. We invest in our people by building rewarding careers, offering training and development opportunities and a values-driven culture where our people can belong and thrive.
About the role
We currently have an excellent opportunity on offer for a dedicated and passionate Chef to join our team on a permanent full-time basis at our new state of the art residential aged care facility located in Maddington. You will be part of a committed and inclusive team who take pride in providing our residents with a wide variety of nutritious meal options tailored to their care plans, while prioritizing safe and hygienic food practices and promoting overall wellbeing. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of the Head Chef with responsibility for line management to the Catering Assistants during shifts, menu planning and personalising resident care.
About you
You will possess an empathetic nature, 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 MercyCare every day.
The following experience and qualifications will see you to success in this role:
- Minimum Cert III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent, Cert IV preferable
- Experience catering to individuals in a Residential Aged Care setting or similar, consistently meeting the relevant culinary and nutritional standards required.
- Sound knowledge and application of Australian Food Safety and hygiene Standards, and dietary nutrition requirements.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, lending well to a diverse and inclusive team environment.
- Good time management, attention to detail and record management skills
- Infection Prevention Control Certificate
- Safe Food Handling Certificate (obtained within the last 12 months)
- Evidence of Covid and Influenza Vaccination (preferable)
- National Police Clearance (obtained within the last 6 months)
About the benefits
- Competitive salary with Not-for-Profit packaging options up to $18,000!
- Employee Benefits & discounts (including Childcare for your 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.
To Apply
Click “Apply Now” to visit our website and apply. Applications close on 11 May 2024 but apply soon as we will progress recruitment earlier if the right match is found.
At MercyCare, every person matters.
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. We live 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.
