Chef

Second in charge Chef 

Full-time with weekends required 

Location 

Aegis Murdoch is the latest Aged Care Residence in the Aegis Group providing exceptional care including Permanent, Transitional as well as Respite Care in a state-of-the-art, safe and comfortable environment. The Facility is located close to Fiona Stanley Hospital, in the new Murdoch Health and Knowledge Precinct. Situated adjacent to the Kwinana Freeway and Murdoch train station, makes travel easy via the public transport hub. This brand new Facility is seeking motivated and dedicated staff to join our team.

About The Role

We are looking for qualified and motivated Chefs to be part of the Aegis team on a permanent full-time basis. Reporting to the Chef Manager, as an integral part of the team, you will:

• Be responsible for providing high quality catering service which will be a point of difference for residents and will enrich the lives of the people living with us.


• Ensure compliance with all regulations and Aegis’ food safety plan.


• Manage the rostering of kitchen staff.


• Manage food ordering and storage according to relevant regulations.


• Ensure the efficient use of resources and maximise service offering within budget.


• Lead and coach all kitchen personnel, developing their skills and maximising potential.

 About Aegis

The Aegis Aged Care Group has been providing quality care services to West Australians for nearly 40 years. We are committed to excellence through imagination and innovation, providing a quality life for those who live in one of our 29 Care Facilities in WA. Aegis is our State’s largest Residential Aged Care Provider employing over 4,500 staff.

Our culture of coaching and continuous improvement means not only will you get to work in a challenging and rewarding environment, but also within a company that fosters the growth of all employees.

While working at Aegis, we will provide you with a range of benefits including:

• Competitive rates of pay.


• Ongoing training and opportunities for career growth.

 Requirements of the role

• Experience in food preparation and cooking for large numbers of people, preferably including vulnerable people.


• Proven experience to run a busy, high volume food service.


• Excellent food safety knowledge.


• Sound understanding of rostering.


• Sound written and verbal communication skills.


• Proactive, with strong problem-solving skills.


• Customer service ethos with a focus on quality service.


• Passion for cooking and take pride providing high quality food and services.


• Aged Care experience will be highly regarded


• Have full Australian working rights and able to pass a national police clearance.

Please click the "Apply" button if you meet the criteria and want to further your skill set as part of a diverse team of staff dedicated to the care of our elderly.