Head Chef

About Uniting Tamworth:

Uniting Tamworth comprises two co-located facilities operating as a single service: McKay House, home to 60 residents across three households, and Alblas Lodge, also supporting 60 residents across five smaller household clusters.

 

Our dedicated catering team have the opportunity to deliver services from a central production kitchen, while also engaging directly with residents through meal service within each household.

About the Role

We’re seeking a dedicated Head Chef to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals tailored to the unique dietary needs of our aged care residents. Working within the strengthen standards, amazing meals and in house cooking play a critical role in the quality of life of our residents. This role is ideal for someone empathetic, adaptable, and committed to excellence in food service.

The hours for this position are between 6:30am – 2:30pm, Monday to Friday.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Prepare and cook daily meals that meet individual dietary requirements, including texture-modified options.
• Plan and rotate menus in consultation with the Service Manager and residents.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards in line with regulatory requirements.
• Manage food purchasing, storage, and usage within budget guidelines.
• Foster a safe and respectful kitchen environment, adhering to Safe Work Practices.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Chef with a minimum Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or equivalent.

• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (NSW Food Authority).
• Strong understanding of HACCP & food safety legislation including NSW Food Act & Guidelines for Vulnerable Persons.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in commercial kitchens, experience in aged care or healthcare settings is highly regarded.

• Experience with dietary needs, nutrition requirements, and modified diets.
• Ability to lead, train, and develop staff across a diverse team.

• Familiarity with cook-fresh and cook-chill methodologies.
• Strong understanding of dietary controls and texture-modified food preparation.

• Excellent communication, time management, problem‑solving, and conflict‑resolution skills. 

• Compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold – aligned with Uniting’s core values.

 

Benefits for you!

• Training & Development: Hands-on training, development, and mentoring with a leading provider.

• Positive Impact: Join an organisation that positively impacts clients and the community.
• Salary Packaging: Not-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,550 tax-free entitlements.
• Wellbeing programs: including free 24/7 confidential counselling services for you and your family via Telus Health
• Employee Retail Discounts: Exclusive discounts at major retailers (e.g.: Coles, Ampol, Samsung, NRMA, JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman, Avis, Qantas
• Referral Program: Earn a $500 bonus each time you refer a new employee who stays for 2 months.  
• Fitness Passport: Access to 865+ gyms, pools, and fitness centres across NSW and ACT for less than a standard gym membership.
• Private Health Insurance: Access to affordable private Health Insurance for yourself or family.

Click here to learn more about our great benefits: Benefits of working at Uniting 

Pre-employment Checks:

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks which include a National Police Check and Reference Check.

About Uniting:

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

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