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Head ChefBolton Clarke · Brisbane CBD & Inner Suburbs Brisbane QLD
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Head Chef

🗓️ Posted 2026-09-03 Brisbane CBD & Inner Suburbs Brisbane QLD Full-time Hybrid Hospitality Tourism
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market A$6,667–A$9,583/mo

About the Company

Bolton Clarke Group is one of Australia's largest independent, not-for-profit providers of home care, retirement living and residential aged care, operating nationally and internationally. Bolton Clarke Residential group now has 88 Aged Care Homes across QLD, NSW, VIC, SA & WA, with the inclusion of the Allity, McKenzie & Acacia Living Group. Bolton Clarke's Fairview is ideally situated in the lush Pinjarra Hills, providing high-quality aged care in a friendly, secure and comfortable residential environment.

About the Job

In this leadership role, you will oversee all aspects of food service, ensuring meals are prepared and delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with our Lifestyle approach. You'll manage daily kitchen operations, lead and mentor staff, and ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and aged care standards. Your responsibilities will include:

Role & Responsibilities

  • ● Lead daily kitchen operations and ensure compliance with Food Safety and Aged Care Nutrition & Hydration standards
  • ● Prepare nutritious meals, including special diets, aligned with resident needs and care plans
  • ● Manage stock, ordering, food storage and kitchen budgets
  • ● Supervise, roster, train and mentor staff
  • ● Maintain a clean, safe kitchen and champion OHS&E standards
  • ● Engage with residents and staff to deliver exceptional service and continuous improvement

Requirements

Certifications

  • ● Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent experience)
  • ● Food Handling & Hygiene certification (essential)

Experience

  • ● Experience in aged care, hospital, or commercial catering

Skills

  • ● Strong leadership and communication skills
  • ● Ability to prioritise, work independently, and support a team
  • ● Complete a National Police Check and or a NDIS Workers Check (or willingness to obtain) prior to commencement

Benefits

  • ● Excellent work/life balance with shifts that suit your personal needs
  • ● A caring team environment with strong clinical and allied health support
  • ● Career progression and development opportunities
  • ● Generous salary packaging and not-for-profit tax benefits - claim up to 18,550 tax free
  • ● Private health insurance and gym discounts
  • ● An Employee Assistance Program for staff and family