• Part time role for an experienced Chef Manager based in a Luxury Retirement Living property in Kew
• Passion for providing an excellent Dining experience in a fabulous environment,
• Generous Not for Profit salary packaging amazing new facilities

About the role

We currently have a requirement for a Chef Manager at our Luxury Retirement Living property based in Kew.  This role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, providing high quality meals and an exceptional dining experience to residents and their guests.    

Part time hours 26.5 – 34.00 hours per week

About you 

To be successful in this role you will be experienced in the end-to-end management of food services, developing seasonal, nutritious menus, presenting outstanding food, adhering to food safety standards, financial regulations and stock management.   

Working closely with the Precinct Manager and a small team of hospitality staff, you'll lead the kitchen to success by providing catering & hospitality services that exceed the expectations of all residents.

Skills and Experience

• Service excellence around all aspects of the dining experience
• Experience in developing seasonal, nutritious menus, to meet resident requirements
• Provide leadership and guidance to the hospitality staff
• Managing the kitchen compliance including food safety, WHS and quality
• Qualification (Cert III/IV in Commercial Cookery) and/or extensive experience working as a Chef
• Excellent Menu Planning, Stock Control and ordering, kitchen and food cost management
• Experience in a Retirement Living or hospitality environment focused on older adults – highly regarded

Most importantly, you'll have a passion for food and delivering an exemplary standard of service!

If you have the skills, experience and passion required for this role Apply now!  Interviews will commence immediately. 

We offer a competitive salary great working environment and supportive management.  

Why VMCH?

Because the people we employ make it a great place to work! In addition, VMCH will provide you with

• A collaborative and energetic team environment
• A competitive salary
• Excellent salary packaging benefits
• Ongoing professional development
• A positive and supportive workplace culture 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills while helping others live more independently
• A chance to make a positive difference in the lives of people with disability and the community. 

About us

VMCH is a Catholic not-for-profit organisation, providing services including affordable housing, residential aged care, retirement living, community and disability services and specialist education to 7,600 people across Victoria. We operate in over 50 locations, have 3,300+ employees and over 600 volunteers maintaining our 24/7 service to vulnerable people across Victoria.

Here at VMCH our services are as diverse as the people we support. As a for-purpose organisation, love, joy, hospitality, and courage aren’t just words to us, they guide us in everything we do. While we’ve been around for over a century, we’re always moving forward. We stay true to who we are by supporting people and families to live their best lives, providing a place to call home and spaces to learn and grow.

As an employee of VMCH you will be provided with ongoing personal and professional development, career pathways opportunities, a positive and supportive workplace culture, and excellent salary packaging benefits.

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you!

To work at VMCH, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a NDIS Screening Check and Working with Children Check.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from recruitment agencies