Main Kitchen - Chef/Cook

Lutheran Aged Care Albury is looking for a Head Chef/Cook to join our team to assist with recent growth. Our Chefs are responsible for the production of excellent quality and well-presented food, innovation in menus, liaison with our residents in their day to day meals, and for overseeing all aspects of celebratory events. The Chef must manage and cultivate food services staff in their understanding and knowledge of food production, presentation, and customer service. The Chef works in support of and liaison with the Hotel Services Manager and is an essential member of the food services team.

Personal Qualities

• Passion for creativity and quality in food production, presentation and service
• Honesty, initiative, reliability and discretion
• Cooperation and team participation
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Empathy and consideration for older persons
• Willingness to continue to participate in professional development.
•  Self-motivation and organisation
• Flexibility and responsiveness

A successful applicant will need:

• an understanding of working with the elderly
• to be willing to cooperate within a team environment
• skills in strict cleanliness and hygiene standards
• experience in provision for large numbers of people
• experience utilising computer-based programs and software
• current police check

Please note that it is a requirement that staff working in a residential aged care environment, be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at time of commencing employment