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Head Chef


Company : Aveo


Location : Cleveland, Australia


Created : 2025-06-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Head Chef role at Aveo12 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Head Chef role at AveoGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.This range is provided by Aveo. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more.Talent Business Partner - Aveo | Building Teams in Retirement Living | People & OperationsDo you love to build genuine connections, nurture belonging and enhance life? At Aveo, you can do just that and more. Join us and feel confident to embrace new challenges in our supportive culture. Bring your whole-self to work, grow as you learn new things and be rewarded through the joy of helping others. Together let''s redefine retirement living for senior Australians.The OpportunityLocated in Ormiston, Cleveland Gardens Retirement Living is a large retirement living community, home to 200+ independent living and assisted living units filled with gardens, croquet lawns, a bowling green and much more! We have a rare opportunity for a Chef Manager to join our team and lead the kitchen to success by providing exquisite hospitality services that exceed the satisfaction of all residents. You will have a positive rapport with restaurant guests, be hands-on, understand food safety principles and ensure sufficient supplies of goods & ingredients.This is a permanent full-time opportunity working Monday-Friday 9am-5.30pm. Timing flexible.What we offer:$89,600 inclusive of superannuationPaid Parental Leave and Purchased Annual Leave optionsTwo (2) additional ''All About Me'' leave days per calendar yearAnnual salary reviews and annual bonus incentive schemeEmployee Referral Program and Employee Assistance ProgramDiscounts to Health Insurance and Retail & Leisure partner providersOpportunities for further career progressionBe part of a friendly and supportive team in a caring retirement living communityYou will:Be hands-on in your kitchen to prepare daily meal servicesBe responsible for all kitchen and dining operations - overseeing kitchen and hospitality services, providing guidance to your team and creating fresh ideasWork closely with your food & beverage team to deliver great service, ensure the restaurant is running smoothly and coordinate ideas for functionsMonitor daily Food Safety checklists, admin items and ensure strict adherence to all OH&S policiesComplete stock management of all goods including ordering, rotation and amendmentsComplete staff rostering, hiring, invoicing and ensure your team deliver outstanding service to customersFollowing up on day-to-day operational issues including adhering to schedules, cleaning lists and performance issuesWhat you''ll bring:Experience as a Cook or Chef in a kitchen setting (e.g retirement villages, cafes, a la carte settings, RSLs or pubs)Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (required)Kitchen management experience (ordering stock, rostering and admin experience)Current Police Check clearance and minimum two (2) COVID-19 vaccinations (required)Who we areAs a leader in retirement living, with 30 years'' experience, Aveo provides the stability and confidence to try new things and keep innovating. Owned by Brookfield Asset Management, we''re on an exciting journey of growth. Our in-house range of services is holistic, supporting our customers in their independence for as long as possible. This helps us deliver a seamless experience for our 10,000 residents across 60+ diverse communities nationwide. We''re a dedicated group of over 1300 caring, friendly team members; united with our core values; Kindness, Care and Respect. Together we create thriving communities that help retired Australians be their best selves.What''s next?Apply now and take to first step in Bringing your Passion to life! We are ready to welcome you.Aveo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, with a focus on hiring great people regardless of their race, gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, background, religion, age, or sexual orientation. We treasure skills, expertise, and commitment. Our goal is to attract, develop, motivate, reward, and retain the best talent in the industry. 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