Demi Chef - Wallarah Point Care Community

We're seeking an enthusiastic Demi Chef to join our catering team at Wallarah Point Care Community, helping deliver nutritious, restaurant-quality meals that enhance the lives of our residents every day.

As a Demi Chef, you'll support the Head Chef in preparing and presenting fresh, nutritious meals while maintaining high standards of food safety and kitchen operations.

Location: Wallarah Point Care Community, Toukley

Employment Type: Permanent full-time

Roster: Permanent Wednesday to Sunday availability

Remuneration: Attractive hourly rate penalty rates

Additional Benefits: Penalty rates for weekends and public holidays, 12% superannuation

Career development — Masterclasses, training, and a clear pathway to Sous Chef via our Opal HealthCare Academy

Supportive team — Learn from experienced chefs in a values-led environment

Study support — Scholarships up to $15,000 for further education

Paid parental leave — Industry-leading policy

$5,000 referral bonuses for bringing a friend onboard

Prepare and cook nutritious, high-quality meals that meet resident dietary needs and preferences.

Support the Head and Sous Chefs in daily kitchen operations and food service.

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

Step up and lead sections of the kitchen, developing your supervisory skills.

Contribute ideas to menus and help create a dining experience that brings joy to our residents.

Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience.

Several years of cooking experience in a commercial kitchen.

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willingness to obtain).

A passion for food and a genuine desire to learn and take on more responsibility.

Strong teamwork, communication, and time-management skills.

Willingness to complete:

Pre-employment medical

Police check

NDIS Worker Screening Check

If you are a skilled cook looking to develop your leadership abilities and make a meaningful difference through your culinary skills, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to take the next step in your culinary career with Opal HealthCare.