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Head Chef - Everard Park Care CommunityOpal Aged Care • Adelaide, AU
Head Chef - Everard Park Care Community

Head Chef - Everard Park Care Community

Opal Aged Care • Adelaide, AU
30+ days ago
Job description

Everard Park SA 5035, Australia

Posted Thursday 23 July 2026 at 2:30 pm

\"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.

Located in the leafy surrounds of inner southwest Adelaide, our Care Community is nestled in a quiet residential street. All the amenities of the CBD are just seven minutes’ drive away or catch the nearby tram straight into the heart of the city or Glenelg Beach.

About the Role:

We're looking for a passionate and creativeHead Chef to lead our kitchen team, design incredible menus, and deliver an outstanding dining experience for our residents.

What's on Offer:

  • Employment Type:Permanent full-time
  • Remuneration: $44.97 per hour + superannuation
  • Additional Benefits: Monday to Friday roster, 12% superannuation

Why Choose Opal?

True work-life balance— Lead a day-time kitchen with a Monday to Friday roster
Career development— Masterclasses, networking, and leadership pathways via our Opal HealthCare Academy
Creative freedom— Design seasonal menus and create memorable dining experiences
Study support— Scholarships up to$15,000for further education
Paid parental leave— Industry-leading policy
$5,000 referral bonuses for bringing a friend onboard

What You'll Do:

Lead, mentor, and inspire our kitchen team to deliver nutritious and delicious meals every day.

Design creative, seasonal menus that cater to the diverse needs and preferences of our residents.

Maintain the highest standards of food safety, kitchen hygiene, and compliance.

Manage kitchen budgets, stock control, and ordering efficiently.

Create a dining experience that brings joy and enhances our residents' quality of life.

What You'll Need:

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent trade qualification.

Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in a leadership role.

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.

A passion for culinary excellence and a genuine desire to make a difference in aged care.

Strong leadership, communication, and financial management skills.

Excellent organisational and time management abilities.

Willingness to complete:

  • Pre-employment medical

Lead with Flavour

If you are a leader who believes in the power of food to bring joy and nurture community, we would love to hear from you.

Job details

Job family Catering

Pay type Hourly

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