Chef

Make a lasting impact in a values-driven organisation supporting diverse communities

MiCare is a not-for-profit organisation that exists to enable people from diverse backgrounds to lead dignified and meaningful lives. We offer aged care, home care, retirement living and migrant support services, with a strong focus on culturally appropriate care and community connection.

With teams located across Victoria and Queensland, we embrace diversity in both our workforce and the communities we support. At MiCare, you’ll join a compassionate, dedicated group of people working to deliver real impact every day.

The Role

The Chef is responsible for managing a specific station within the kitchen and overseeing
the preparation of high-quality, nutritious meals that meet the dietary needs of elderly
residents.
Working as part of a kitchen team, this role involves ensuring consistency, safety, and
compliance with all food safety and hygiene regulations. The will collaborate with the Head
Chef, Team Leader Food Services and other kitchen staff to ensure that food is prepared in
large quantities, while maintaining attention to detail and ensuring all dietary requirements
(including texture-modified diets) are met. The ideal candidate will have a passion for
cooking, strong organizational skills, and an understanding of the nutritional and dietary
needs of elderly residents.

Key Result Areas

• Ability to complete the key responsibilities of the role to the required standard
• Be aware of work health and safety requirements and report hazards and issues of
  concern.
• Be aware of emergency procedures and location of evacuation exits and equipment
• Assistance in the maintenance of a clean, hazard free environment
• Follow workplace procedures for accident and incident reporting

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications

• Level 1 and 2 Food Safety Certificate / Appropriate Food Safety Competence
• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) is preferred

Experience

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role in a production kitchen.
• Sound knowledge of food safety practices, including HACCP regulations.
• Understanding of the dietary needs and nutritional requirements of elderly residents,
  including texture-modified diets.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Understanding of portion control and large-scale food preparation techniques.
• Experience with batch cooking and the ability to adapt recipes for large quantities
  while maintaining food quality

Essential skills

• A compassionate and caring attitude, with an understanding of the needs of elderly
  residents.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring meals meet dietary and nutritional requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a focus on efficiency and
  high standards.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks in a highpressure environment.
• The ability to work in a culturally sensitive manner within an ethno-specific
  environment.
• A preparedness to work to the 10 principles of the Eden Alternative philosophy.
• Self-motivated with a flexible, caring and patient attitude

Why MiCare?

• Save on tax with generous salary packaging benefits — novated leasing, general living expenses, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire.
• Enjoy exclusive perks via our employee wellness portal — access to amazing discounts on everyday items.
• Act as a change agent — drive real transformation in a purpose-led organisation.
• Be part of a multicultural, values-led team making a real difference in the community.
• Grow with us — access professional development in a supportive, collaborative environment.

To be considered for this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or permanent resident. The successful applicant must satisfactorily complete all pre-employment checks, including National Police Check.

How to Apply? 

If you’re ready to join a purpose driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you. When applying, please combine your CV and cover letter into one document and upload it as part of your application.

You can also review the Position Description for further information about the role and requirements.

Applications close 5:00pm, 10 September 2026

MiCare is handling this recruitment independently and is not engaging agency support at this stage.