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Chef Manager

Palm Lake Group
Beachmere QLD

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

Culinary experience
Certificate III
Culinary Arts
Organisational skills
Food safety
Leadership
Communication skills
Kitchen experience

Full Job Description

Overview:

Are you a passionate Chef looking to make a real difference in aged care dining?

About Us

At Palm Lake Care, care isn’t just what we do it’s who we are. As a proud, family owned organisation, we’ve built our reputation on values that put people first. Across our seven premium aged care communities, we provide personalised residential, respite, and palliative care in vibrant, welcoming environments where every resident feels truly valued.

Our team is united by a simple promise, I will make a difference for you, right now. That belief drives us to go the extra mile because the little things often matter most. Here, respect is at the heart of every interaction with residents, families, and each other because how we treat people conveys everything about us as a company and you as an individual.

Our Palm Lake Promise to you is that here, you will make a difference.

Position Details

Palm Lake Care Beachmere is seeking an experienced and creative Chef Manager to join our hospitality team on a Full Time basis. You’ll play a vital role in delivering nutritious, high-quality meals and an exceptional dining experience for our residents and guests.

Shifts Available
Monday to Friday Full Time Schedule

Responsibilities

As a Chef Manager, you’ll lead the charge in transforming how our elders dine - combining nutrition, flavours, and presentation to deliver meals that delight. Your key duties will include:

Preparing and presenting high-quality, nutritious meals and mid-meals in accordance with approved menus.
Ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, Palm Lake Care systems, and Aged Care Accreditation Standards.
Catering for special diets, cultural, and religious meal requirements following Dietician and Clinical Manager guidelines.
Liaise with management, lifestyle staff, and residents to gather feedback, support special events, and attend food focus group meetings.
Monitoring and recording food wastage, ensuring portion control and minimal waste.
Assisting with ordering, delivery checks, and stock rotation according to the Food Safety Plan.
Supervising Cooks and Food Service Assistants and promoting teamwork within the kitchen.
Ensuring all kitchen and cleaning duties are completed to high hygiene standards.
Conducting routine stocktake reporting

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you will bring a blend of culinary skill, leadership, and a passion for service excellence.

You’ll need:

Minimum 3 years as a Chef Manager
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent).
Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
Knowledge of Aged Care Accreditation Standards and IDDSI texture and fluid guidelines.
Demonstrated ability to supervise and manage kitchen staff.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
National Police Check.

You’ll stand out if you have:

Previous experience in aged care or healthcare catering.
Strong organisational skills and an eye for detail.
A positive attitude, initiative, and the ability to work independently.

Why Join Us?

At Palm Lake Care, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional lifestyle communities and providing our staff with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer our team:

Competitive Remuneration
Work-life Balance with flexible working hours.
24/7 free access to compassionate, confidential support with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Celebrate Milestones with tenure rewards!
Supportive team culture – Be part of a vibrant and inclusive community where your contributions are valued
Career Opportunities - Palm Lake Group spans 4 entities, 27 lifestyle resort communities and 7 aged care facilities across Australia's east coast, from development & construction to resort management & aged care, the career pathways and opportunities with Palm Lake Group are truly endless.

Join a Team That Cares

We believe belonging and connection are fundamental rights of ageing. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact through the joy of food and hospitality, we’d love to hear from you.

As an inclusive and culturally sensitive workplace, we invite individuals from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, and all walks of life, to apply.

Apply now and become part of a team that truly cares.

All applicants must provide a valid national police check and undergo a pre-employment medical assessment.

Please note, all Palm Lake Care Communities are smoke-free workplaces.

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