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Sous Chef - Kanwal Springs Care Community
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- Part-time
- Management
- Cooking
- No degree
- Parental leave
- Referral program
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Sous Chef - Kanwal Springs Care Community

Opal HealthCare -
Kanwal NSW

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Job Details

Permanent | Part-time

Benefits

Parental leave
Referral program

Qualifications

Management
Certificate IV
Cooking
Certificate III
Culinary Arts
Food safety
Communication skills
Kitchen experience

Full Job Description

"At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don’t succeed, people do."
Our purpose is to bring joy to those we care for and our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence reflect that CARE is at the heart of everything we do. Opal HealthCare is one of Australia’s leading aged care providers with over 146 Care Communities and over 23,000 team members nationwide.

About the Role:

We're looking for a dedicated and skilled Sous Chef to be second-in-command in our kitchen, supporting our Head Chef in delivering an outstanding dining experience for our residents at Kanwal Springs Care Community. Hands‑on culinary role focused on producing nutritious, high‑quality meals for older residents while supporting the smooth operation of the kitchen. The role blends cooking skill, food‑safety compliance, teamwork, and empathy.

What's on Offer:

Location: Kanwal Springs, Central Coast
Employment Type: Permanent part-time Friday to Sunday availability
Remuneration: Attractive hourly rate
Additional Benefits: Penalty rates for weekends and public holidays, 12% superannuation & paid parental leave

Why Choose Opal?

✅ Career development — Masterclasses, training, and growth opportunities via our Opal HealthCare Academy
✅ Supportive team — Learn from an experienced Head Chef in a values-led environment
✅ Study support — Scholarships up to $15,000 for further education
✅ Paid parental leave — Industry-leading policy
✅ $5,000 referral bonuses for bringing a friend onboard

What You'll Do:

✔️ Support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team and managing daily operations.

✔️ Prepare and cook nutritious, high-quality meals that meet resident dietary needs and preferences.

✔️ Help maintain the highest standards of food safety, kitchen hygiene, and compliance.

✔️ Step up and lead the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef.

✔️ Contribute to creating a dining experience that brings joy to our residents.

What You'll Need:

✔️ Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience.

✔️ Experience as a Chef, with some supervisory or leadership exposure.

✔️ Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willingness to obtain).

✔️ A passion for food and a genuine desire to make a difference in aged care.

✔️ Strong teamwork, communication, and time-management skills.

✔️ Willingness to complete:

Pre-employment medical
Police check
NDIS Worker Screening Check

Support with Skill

If you are a talented chef looking to take the next step in your career under supportive leadership, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to grow your culinary career with Opal HealthCare.

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