Address- Weekend Hours Only - 0630 - 1430
- 11% Super + Allowances
- Not for Profit Salary Packaging options of up to $15,900 Tax Free, plus $2,650 Meals & Entertainment Card
- Paid Overtime
- An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family.
- Onsite & Online career development and programs
- Award-winning culture programs
- Be a hero! - be part of a rewarding not-for-profit organisation
At Harden Grange we aim to provide the highest quality residential aged care in environments that are rich with the senses of home.
At the heart of our offering is a deep commitment to a resident first approach. Maintaining safety and quality in everything we do, promoting working together to achieve together, by using our resources wisely.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced Weekend Chef who is passionate about a person-centred approach to care, to join our Catering Team. This is a permanent part-time position.
Reporting to the Acting Residential Service Manager, the Chef is responsible for
providing a nutritious, appetising, and varied menu for residents that enhances their quality of life. This menu is nutritionally sound, is aligned to residents' individual medical and other needs and preferences, the Aged Care Quality standards, regulatory requirements and is delivered within budget.
The Location
Harden, New South Wales, is a charming and vibrant town known for its unique blend of natural beauty and rich heritage. Nestled in the picturesque Hilltops region, it offers stunning countryside views and a relaxed rural lifestyle. The town boasts a welcoming community, excellent local produce, and various cultural events, making it a great place to live for those seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Located within 90 minutes proximity to the Australian Capital Territory (Canberra) and close to the regional city of Wagga Wagga, as well as being near the wine-producing regions of the Hilltops and Riverina, Harden is an ideal base for exploring a diverse range of nearby experiences and landscapes.
What you will do
The Chef is responsible for ensuring:
- Manage all aspects of the Kitchen section, including to train, lead and inspire the Kitchen team to ensure a highly skilled, well organised and motivated team.
- Have creative input into seasonal menu development; assist in product development for menus that are tailored to an aged care setting.
- Working with a qualified dietitian to provide quality, fresh cooked meals
- Oversee the day to day implementation of the Food Safety Program within all areas under control, ensuring all staff follow food safety and that the food prepared is compliant with HACCP
- Ensure food safety standards, preparation, presentation and cooking techniques are established, monitored and maintained to meet current Food Concept guidelines
- Delivery of food is executed in a timely manner
- Standardise production recipes, cooking methods and techniques to ensure consistent quality, presentation and cost of goods, ensuring all menu items are documented, photographed and costed in the required format prior to introduction.
- Follow through with any allergy and dietary requirement as requested for events, retail outlets and other allocated activities.
- Undertake ordering of stock for all kitchen areas needs, ensuring orders across sections are condensed to reduce excessive stock, and par stock levels are maintained
- At least 2-3 years’ experience as a Chef in a residential aged care setting
- Completed Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
- Completed Food Safety Supervisor Course
- Excellent communication skills (written, verbal & interpersonal)
- Hold and maintain NDIS Worker Checks as per NDIS Act 2013
- Covid Vaccinations
To learn more about us visit: https://www.hardengrange.org.au/
Thank you for your consideration. We look forward to hearing from you
Additional information
- Join a Supportive and Collaborative team
- Weekend Hours Only - 0630 - 1430
- Live and work in the picturesque Hilltops region
