Cater Care is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Head Chef to join our team in the Education/University sector.Job DescriptionLarge site with multiple outletsA company that truly believes in career developmentGreat opportunity to work for a market leader within a talented & friendly teamCater Care is delighted to be working with one of the region's most prestigious schools, providing high quality food services to hungry students. A critical role is the Head Chef, leading the team on a permanent full-time basis.The role:Oversee and manage all aspects of the kitchen operationsCreate innovative and nutritionally balanced menus that cater to diverse dietary requirements and preferences of students and staff.Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, HACCP guidelines, and company policies across all kitchen activities.Ensure compliance to health & safety regulations, implementing improvements where requiredRecruit and lead a team of culinary professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high performance and adherence to food safety standards.Desired Skills and ExperienceThe Candidate:Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar role within the education sectorDemonstrated ability to create innovative and nutritious menus that cater to diverse dietary requirementsExcellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene regulations, and HACCP standardsStrong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team of kitchen staffAdept at fostering positive relationships with suppliers and stakeholdersSimilar experience operating kitchens and/or supporting site managementRelevant culinary qualifications and certificationsThe Benefits:Competitive salary with salary sacrifice options availableStructured leadership development programA suite of discounts across major companiesSupport around further training, licensing and accreditationsThe Company:Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian owned contract catering service provider, operating across multiple sectors (Aged care, Education, Retirement, Retail and Remote services).Through our values of Care, Pride and Community, we pride ourselves on diversity, work/life balance, providing excellent career opportunities to our employees. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to consider a career with us.The next step:Please click "Apply for this job". If your work history aligns with the key selection criteria for the role, one of our recruitment coordinators will be in touch. Please, no agencies.
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