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Join the team at VMCH and combine your hospitable personality with your fantastic cooking skills to deliver the highest quality of food to our residents. Casual position for Chef / Cook at our facility based in Pakenham with potential to work across a variety of VMCH sites Great culture with fun, friendly team and supportive environment Great casual rates + Not for Profit Salary Packaging BenefitsWorking at VMCHWe know you are spoilt for choice in the evolving Aged Care industry, but here are just a few reasons why VMCH is the perfect workplace for you:Our values underpin the work we do arent just words to us, they guide us in everything we doOur services are as diverse as the people we supportWe focus on providing our residents the personalised care they deserveBecause the people we employ make it a great place to work! In addition, VMCH will provide you with:Excellent Salary Packaging benefits ( $15,900 salary packaging and $2,500 Meals & Entertainment)A positive and supportive workplace culturePaid parental leaveOngoing professional developmentEmployee Assistance ProgramDont just take our word for it, take a look at what our staff are saying:the roleWe are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly and self-motivated person experienced preferably in the Aged Care.The Chef / Cook is accountable for the daily operations of the kitchen and is required to guide an effective, and efficient team of food services staff and to effectively work with staff, residents and their families. Thefocus will be to deliver catering needs that meet nutritional and hydration needs, special requirements and preferences of our residents.RequirementsYou will hold relevant certifications and have a comprehensive understanding of Food Safety Laws and Occupational Health and Safety in a kitchen environment. You will have demonstrated experience in all facets of food preparation including managing a team, menu planning, preparation of daily meals ensuring they are fresh, well presented and appetizing. Furthermore, you will:Certificate IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) advantageousFood Safety Supervisor Training (Health & Community) - HLTFSE001, HLTFSE005 and HLTFSE007Experience working in a food services environment and in the supervision of staffInterpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with residents, families, employees and volunteers; patience; common sense and an understanding of client serviceCommitment to work as part of a team and without supervisionAbility to be self-motivated and to promote a positive lifestyle environmentWell-developed prioritisation and organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlinesDemonstrated ability to operate with discretion and to maintain complete confidentialityWhile aged care or disability service experience would be great, whats more important is that you want to help to make a difference to our customers and prospective customers lives.About usHere at VMCH our services are as diverse as the people we support. As a for-purpose organisation, compassion, respect, and inclusion arent just words to us, they guide us in everything we do. While weve been around for over a century, were always moving forward. We stay true to who we are by supporting people and families to live their best lives, providing a place to call home and spaces to learn and grow.If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in peoples lives, we would love to hear from you!Visit our careers page for other opportunities - work at VMCH, you will be required to supply proof of work rights and NDIS Worker Screening Check.We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from recruitment agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr