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Hospitality Team Leader & ChefChurches of Christ, Seniors LivingLady Small Haven, BenowaPermanent Full-Time OpportunityLead a dedicated hospitality team to create a safe, welcoming, and high-quality dining experience for aged care residents!Employee Benefits:As a not-for-profit entity, our employees can package up to $18,549 p.a. of their taxable income before your income tax is calculated. Up to $15,900 p.a. on everyday expenses (such as mortgage payments, rent, groceries, bills and insurance) plus up to $2,649 p.a. on meal/entertainment benefits.By being such a large organisation, we are also able to offer a range of compelling benefits, including:Salary sacrificing benefits that can greatly increase take home pay;Five (5) weeks of annual leave and the ability to purchase more;Grants (for eligible employees) to assist in formal study;Discounts through our large network of retail partners including:JB Hi-Fi,The Good Guys,Goodlife Health Clubs,Bupa Health,Plus many more;Employee Assistance Program.A work culture that values you.About this roleWe are seeking a dedicated Hospitality Team Leader & Chef to oversee and participate in meal preparation, ensuring that menus meet the dietary requirements of residents. This role involves coordinating catering services, maintaining kitchen equipment, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The position also includes managing stock control and overseeing rosters, stock ordering, menu changes, liaison with residents regarding individual needs, and attending Resident Meetings.Key responsibilities include:Coordinating and participating in meal preparation and presentation.Ensuring all kitchen equipment is maintained and cleaned according to standards.Performing stock control, including ordering and quality checks.Ensuring compliance with Accreditation Standards in all hospitality areas.Overseeing rosters.Liaison with residents regarding individual needs and attending Resident Meetings.What you can bring to the teamThe successful candidate will have a chef trade qualification or equivalent experience, with applied knowledge of catering, cleaning, and laundry procedures, including cooking texture-modified meals and thickened fluids. They will have experience with legislation relevant to hospitality services and operational achievement of accreditation standards, including holding a Food Safety Certificate. Basic computer skills and a commitment to the mission and values of Churches of Christ are also essential.Qualifications and experienceChef trade qualification or equivalent experience (Food Safety Certificate).Knowledge of catering, cleaning, and laundry procedures.Experience with relevant hospitality legislation and accreditation standards.Basic computer skills, including the use of Outlook and Internet Explorer.Current National Police Certificate or the ability to acquire one.This role offers an opportunity to lead a dedicated hospitality team within a supportive community, providing high-quality services to residents.Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety.If youre looking for a meaningful career with a supportive team, wed love to hear from you!About UsWe are one of Australias largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care. With services across Queensland and Victoria.How to applyClick "Apply Now" to submit your application. For further details, contact Danielle Manning on 07 5557 9100We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.Applications will be assessed as they are received. #J-18808-Ljbffr