Chef Manager | Bupa Seaforth

Job Description

Join Bupa Aged Care and be at the heart of it in Seaforth. As Australia's largest regional aged care and dementia provider, we continue to be part of communities driven by vision, passion and hard work. We make life better for thousands. That includes yours. You make a difference to our residents and their families, and we want to make sure you’re absolutely supported to do just that. About the Home In close proximity to the harbour and Northern Beaches, Bupa Seaforth is a unique home with plenty of onsite amenities. This large home accommodates 76 residents in superior accommodation with quality single ensuite rooms, and a variety of care units. Our primary goal is placing our focus on the health, lifestyle and well-being of our residents. To learn more about our beautiful care home visit: Bupa Seaforth | Dementia Care Sydney About the Role As a Chef Manager you will work with a team of Catering assistants to lead a high functioning kitchen and catering service through the provision of quality, well presented, nutritious meals that meet Resident dining preferences and needs in a home like environment. Ensuring excellence always, whilst adhering to all related quality standards and regulations. This is a full-time permanent role paying between $31- $37.96p/hr. Benefits of Bupa 5-x free telehealth GP appointments through Blua (our digital health platform) for you or your immediate family. Relocation assistance on offer for this Chef Manager role to Bupa Seaforth. VIVA Happier & Healthier - our employee wellbeing program - live healthier and happier. Career development; You’ll have a real say in shaping the future direction of the business and your own career. Access to leading training and professional development - supported by our quality education team and expert clinicians. Comprehensive induction and buddy program - we set you up for success from the outset. Be recognised and rewarded - Bupa Love Reward & Recognition Program ensures that the gratitude of our residents and their families is passed on to staff who deserve it. Duties Run an efficient, high-quality dining and catering service for the residents of the care home. Collaborate with the Lifestyle team to ensure all activities and events are appropriately planned and catered for. Ensure any specialist resident dietary requirements are met (e.g. diabetes, weight loss or gain). Prepare the main dishes for lunch and dinner. Oversee the washing, preparation, and cooking of all foods, including vegetables, soups, sauces, gravies, desserts, sandwiches, salads, bread, and rolls. Ensure that all meals are prepared fresh daily utilising seasonal produce. Manage safe and correct processes in food purchasing, storage, handling, and preparation. Implement infection control principles and practices as per infection control policies. Complete paperwork promptly and correctly as per duty list and Quality & Assurance Processes. Identify training needs and requirements of Catering Staff. Skills and Experience Certificate in Commercial Cookery or equivalent is essential. Aged Care / Hotel/Restaurant experience preferred. Ideally you would have previous experience in a similar role. Effective time management, organisational skills and budget management. Previous experience in leading a team is desirable and managing a budget. Understanding of Food Audits. Demonstrated experience working within a multidisciplinary team. Strong interpersonal skills and a customer service focus. Bupa cares about creating and sustaining a safe and inclusive workplace where our team members feel they belong regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, religion or life stage. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment. How to Apply Click Apply to be taken to our online application process. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete pre-employment checks.To learn more about working at Bupa please visit our website: Eligibility criteria and conditions apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr