In-Demand Aged care cook Jobs in Melbourne South Eastern Suburbs Vic

Sous Chef - Somerville Gardens Care Community
Opal HealthCare —Somerville VIC
- Part-time
- Management
- No degree
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
- Referral program
Cook - Blackburn
Regis Aged Care —Blackburn VIC
- $29.63 - $31.32 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Kitchen
- Kitchen experience
- Parental leave
- Employee discount
13d
Chef / Cooks Assistant
Ryman Healthcare —Highett VIC
12d
Chef Manager | Lysterfield VIC
Roshana Care Group —Lysterfield VIC
- Full-time
- Management
- Team management
- No degree
- Employee assistance program
1d

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Sous Chef - Somerville Gardens Care Community

Opal HealthCare -
Somerville VIC

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Job Details

Permanent | Part-time

Benefits

Parental leave
Referral program

Qualifications

Management
Certificate IV
Certificate III
Culinary Arts
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 145 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 Somerville Gardens Care Community.

What's on Offer:

Location: Somerville Gardens Care Community, Somerville
Employment Type: Permanent part-time - 30 hours per we
Remuneration: Attractive hourly rate + penalties & superannuation
➕ Additional Benefits: Penalty rates for weekends and public holidays, 12% superannuation & paid parental leave

Why Choose Opal?

✅ Work-life balance — Work in a day-time kitchen with a flexible roster
✅ 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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