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**Where your passion for food supports dignity, care and community**This is a rewarding opportunity for a chef who believes food is central to wellbeing, dignity and quality of life for our residents.**The role.**Reporting to the Residential Manager Residential Care, you will ensure that nourishing and healthy meals are planned and prepared for clients to a high standard and within budget, adhering to all aspects of health and safety.* **Be part of a committed and vibrant team*** **Make a difference and support residents at Eileen Armstrong House, Woonona.*** **This a permanent parttime position based out of Woonona.**As a Chef, your duties will include:* Ensuring that the food prepared for clients at the Residential Care Home is nutritious, appealing and delicious, and served promptly at the appropriate temperature according to the Residential Care Food Safety Plan* Ensuring home menus are developed and well planned, based on our Rhythm of Life principles and the requirements of the clients residing at the home each day.* Working with the Team to ensure only the highest quality food is ordered and received according to Food Safety Plan.* Ensures that food safety, health, hygiene and cleanliness standards set by Anglicare and the relevant health authorities are maintained, HACCP systems are up-to-date, and training is undertaken as required* Creating a hygienic work environment by Cleaning and sanitising all equipment, floors and work areas, removing waste from work areas and surrounds into bins.* Maintaining optimum food quality by checking ingredients, preparation, cooking and storage procedures, and making suggestions aimed at improving food quality, work practices, procedures, and cleanliness standards.* Contributes to the effectiveness of the whole team by working in a cooperative way, reporting in a timely manner any safety, equipment and personnel issues to the Residential Manager.**Key Skills*** Excellent cooking skills* Knowledge of Aged Care catering policies & procedures and HACCP principles* Expert knowledge of IDDSI* Demonstrated Workplace Health and Safety knowledge**Qualifications and Experience*** Certification III Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience* Food safety supervisor certificate desirable* Minimum of two years proven experience in a servery/hospitality environment, including menu planning, preparation of food, cooking and portion control including allergen, special dietary needs and IDDSI requirements.* Experience in food hygiene and health and safety procedures and maintaining high levels of record keeping e.g. ordering of stock/stock control. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of food hygiene and safety requirements within a servery /hospitality environment.* Minimum of two years proven experience managing /leading a team /staff - desirable* Previous experience in an Aged Care environment - highly desirableWe provide meaningful opportunities and choice, both for the individuals and communities we support and the dedicated people here who make it happen.At Anglicare, you''ll get the security, stability and opportunities that come with a strong, well-established organisation that''s ready for the future. You''ll belong to a community of kind, humble and respectful people of all faiths and backgrounds. You will also be supported to gain new knowledge, deepen your experience and expertise, and shape a rewarding career.On top of that, here are just some of the tangible benefits you will enjoy in a career with us:* Flexible work options to get the most out of work and life* Increase your take-home pay with salary packaging* Ongoing professional development and leadership training to advance your career* Exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers* Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your familyTo apply for this role, please click the ''Apply'' button. All applicants will receive a response.Anglicare is as wonderfully diverse as the customers and communities we support. While we are guided by our Christian-based values, our team includes people of all faiths and backgrounds who share our commitment to serving others, and we value the diverse perspectives they bring.We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.Please note that successful completion of background checks and NDIS Worker Screening Check Clearance may be required as part of the employment process for this role.Disclaimer: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.Application Close Date: February 15, 2026Anglicare is seeking a passionate and experienced **Chef** to join our Residential Care team at **Eileen Armstrong House in Woonona** on a **permanent part-time basis (approximately 24 hours per week)**.# **Your rewards and benefits**We believe that caring for others starts with caring for our people. Because you put so much heart into helping the most vulnerable in our community, we''re committed to supporting you to thrive both professionally and personally.Here, we recognise that meaningful work deserves meaningful support. So, we''ve designed a comprehensive package of rewards and benefits that reflect our values and make a real difference to your life.We support your career by investing in your growth, balance and security through professional development opportunities. We also offer competitive salary packaging, wellbeing programs and generous discounts for you and your family.**Employee Referral Program**Be rewarded with a $1,200 incentive every time you help us find the right person for a permanent role! Simply go to our careers page, refer a friend for a permanent role, and if they''re hired, you''ll receive an additional $1,200 (taxable) payment when they reach six months of service.#J-18808-Ljbffr