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Head Chef - Kelso


Company : The Whiddon Group


Location : Townsville, Queensland


Created : 2025-04-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Apply now Job no: 494270Work type: Full timeLocation: KelsoCategories: Chef/CookYou have the experience and the ideas, so we will support you with the autonomy to run your own kitchen while working stable weekday morning and afternoon hours.You now have the chance to swap the challenges of an aggressive commercial kitchen for the challenges of exploring and applying dietary considerations as you craft great food.We are a not-for-profit organisation, and we treat each of our residents, families, and team members with the same levels of passion, care, and respect.We are hoping you will join our fantastic Whiddon family located in Kelso, on a Permanent Full-Time basis, Monday to Friday (76 hours fortnight). To be considered for this role, you will be required to hold a relevant qualification.WHAT WE OFFERAt Whiddon, we provide our people with benefits that enhance their experience and provide them with things they actually want and will use. Our benefits are centred around Five Pillars mind, body, financial, social, and career.Comprehensive leave options to support you in mind and body5 weeks Annual Leave (or the option to cash out Annual Leave)Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years12 weeks paid Parental LeaveUp to 5 days paid Fertility leaveUp to 3 days paid Community Service leave each yearUp to 4 days paid Compassionate leaveExtra public holiday per year with Frank Whiddon DayEmployee Assistance Program for when you need extra supportWork/life balance. No late nights or unpredictable hours!Salary Packaging options to help you keep more of your pay.Quarterly gifts, including Cost of living vouchers, ACE Day, Christmas gifting, and other ad-hoc gifts.Access to retail benefits and perks, including great discounts, passes to the cinema, tickets to concerts or sports events, food vouchers, and more!Employee Referral Program. Get paid up to $500 to refer our next Whiddon star.Learning opportunities. Whiddon Scholarships Programs, Leadership Development Programs, Traineeships, and more.Get recognised for your great work! Just in Time Recognition, Milestone Celebrations, Everyday Heroes, Annual Awards night, and more.Recognition for successfully completing your probation period.Locations across NSW and QLD. If you need to relocate or wish to transfer between our Homes.HOW TO APPLYTo apply for this position, please submit a copy of your resume addressing the above criteria. To find out more about this position and the benefits of a career at Whiddon, visit our website note all successful candidates are required to provide evidence of NDIS Workers Check.Advertised: 02 Apr 2025Applications close: 02 May 2025Food truly matters to our residents! Plan and prepare meals, lead the catering team while ensuring safe food handling at Whiddon in Kelso. #J-18808-Ljbffr