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Head Pastry Chef (JR141376) Werribee, Melbourne, AustraliaSalary: plus salary packaging1x Full Time Position AvailableAbout the Opportunity:We are looking for a special kind of person a St Vincents kind of person. Someone who puts compassion, connection and caring for other people at the heart of everything they do.We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Head Pastry Chef to join our innovative team at St Vincents Care Services, Werribee on a full time basis.In this role you will bring your strong cooking skills and passion for your profession to create our residents a fine dining experience that is second to none! Delivering and planning pastry menus, this is your opportunity to show your creative flair whilst working alongside a highly experienced team in a dynamic setting which is redefining the expectations of aged care.St Vincents Care Services Werribee is a contemporary boutique aged care facility, providing a high-quality haven of care within the centrally-located Wyndham Health Precinct. It is an 80 bed facility located 30km south-west of Melbourne''s city centre.Whats on your CV is important, but whats in your heart matters more. Because at St Vincents, kindness works for us.Things that work for us:Proven experience with several years dedicated to high volume cooking such as fine dining, hotels, healthcare and/or similar environmentsExcellent knowledge related to all facets of Food ServicesAbility to lead day-to-day production with the assistance of the kitchenhands and accept responsibility for the smooth running of the kitchenUnderstanding of and compliance with food safety hygiene standardsHigh level of customer service skillsStrong attention to detail and excellent communication skillsAbility to follow directives as per care planUnderstanding of Aged Care and resident rights and responsibilitiesNational Police CertificateNDIS Worker Screening Check may be a requirement of this role.Things that work for you:Competitive salary packaging options up to $15,990, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annumOpportunity to work for the nations largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive visionFriendly team environment with a great community care spiritAbility to visibly see your impact on the business and its serviceNo cost uniforms and trainingFree annual flu vaccinationEmployee Assistance Program for staff and their familiesAccess to the Fitness Passport (FP)Why become part of the St Vincents Care family?Because youre like us, you believe that every act of kindness makes the world a better place. Better for everyone who lives in the 20+ facilities and locations we operate in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. Better for all our staff and employees, who work tirelessly to provide the highest levels of care and quality of life for our clients. And better support for the local communities we play an important role in and continue to support.For more than 175 years, St Vincents Care Services (SVCS) has been a leading Catholic provider of Aged Care Services in Australia and the legacy of compassion, justice, integrity and excellence entrusted to us by the Sisters of Charity and their Founder Mary Aitkenhead continues to inspire our work today.Our spiritual and hospital-based heritage has taught us that wellness is about more than medical needs. Its about building a true partnership around trust and respect. Thats why we take a person-centred approach delivering holistic, individual care that achieves wellbeing for mind, body and spirit.At St Vincents we value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, fair and impartial and invite people from all backgrounds to join our caring family. #J-18808-Ljbffr