About Keyton:
With over 65 villages across Australia, 15,000+ residents and 800+ passionate staff, we’re leading the way with heart, for a new age of wellbeing, connection and choice for all independent seniors. Leveraging over 30 years of experience, our teams work across the country in a variety of departments and business units, all share a common goal: We Lead with Heart, and we are committed to creating caring and fun-filled retirement communities.
Our purpose is to create places where communities thrive – not only for residents, but importantly, for our employees also. We do this by creating safe, secure and connected independent living communities where residents can enjoy active and social lifestyles, close to essential services and amenities.
Keyton Perks & Benefits:
- Training and working with a supportive and fun team
- Thrive as part of a strong team in an exceptional work environment
- Career development and growth opportunities
- Employer referral program
- Reward & Recognition Services
- Employee Deals
- Health & Wellbeing and Reward Program
- Sonder mental wellbeing app access
- Excellent company benefits and discounts on offer
- Discounted health insurance, annual vaccinations and skin checks
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents
Your Day on a Page:
The Baytree by Ardency is a premium retirement Resort located in Greenwich that has paved the way for a unique retirement experience which combines the very best in independent living with the premium amenities you would expect from a boutique hotel.
We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Chef to join our dynamic team on a Casual basis.
You will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional dining experiences to our valued residents and have the opportunity to create delicious, well-balanced meals that cater to the unique dietary needs and preferences of our residents.
Reporting to the Senior Chef, your duties will include;
- Support the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, including food preparation, meal service, dishwashing, and maintaining a clean and organised work environment.
- Assist in the efficient management of kitchen operations, including stock ordering, inventory control, and minimising waste.
- Prepare and deliver high-quality catering for functions, events, and special occasions.
- Ensure compliance with all Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) policies, procedures, and food safety standards.
- Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to workplace health and safety regulations and best practices.
- Implement seasonal and approved menus while accommodating residents' dietary requirements, allergies, and personal preferences.
- Engage positively with residents to gather feedback on meal quality and dining experiences, using insights to continually improve menu offerings and service delivery.
- Work collaboratively with the broader team to deliver a high standard of food quality, presentation, and customer service.
- Assist in maintaining kitchen equipment and facilities to ensure cleanliness, functionality, and compliance with regulatory standards.
About the Restaurant:
- Work in a fast-paced, sit-down dining environment, delivering high-quality à la carte service on Friday and Saturday evenings.
- Focus on creating restaurant-quality meals, with no texture-modified food preparation required.
- Enjoy variety and professional growth through regularly changing menus that provide opportunities to expand and refine your culinary skills.
About you:
Your proactive, customer-focused approach and ability to work independently will be key to your success in this role. You will be a motivated and adaptable hospitality professional with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences. In addition, you will possess:
- A relevant Trade Certificate or Qualification in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent).
- Previous experience in a similar Chef or Cook role, ideally within à la carte, hospitality or a high-volume catering environment.
- Sound knowledge of dietary requirements, allergies, and special nutritional needs, with the ability to adapt menus and recipes accordingly.
- A genuine passion for creating high-quality, restaurant-standard dishes and a willingness to embrace new ingredients, techniques, and menu offerings.
- A strong commitment to food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- A positive, proactive attitude and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a genuine focus on customer service and resident satisfaction.
- A current First Aid and CPR Certificate, or the willingness to obtain.
Ready to Join the Fun?
If you’re passionate about leading a vibrant and caring community for retirees, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and be a part of something truly special.
Please submit your resume and cover letter to the link below. In your cover letter, please highlight your interest in the Chef opportunity and explain how your skills, qualifications and interests align with our requirements.
Please note: The successful applicant must complete a Police Check & will be required to receive an annual flu vaccination between the months of May-November, with supporting documentation prior to joining. For selected roles, pre-employment medical assessments will also be required prior to any employment offers being made.
At Keyton we celebrate diversity and acknowledge that what makes us different makes us stronger. We engage, enable and empower our people and support their individual needs. Inclusion sets us all up for success. We therefore encourage you to apply for roles in our business, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, race, age, religion, social background.
