Experienced Chef

For over 70 years Bethanie has been warmly welcoming older West Australians into a caring and personal environment.  We’re a leading, trusted not-for-profit organisation, and we’re proudly local to Western Australia, welcoming people in our aged care homes, retirement villages, community housing and more.

Our trusted reputation is built on a history of an experienced team and person-centred care. We care for our residents and clients across 34 facilities throughout metropolitan Perth and regional Western Australia and look after each individual in the way they want to be cared for.

We are currently seeking experienced Chef to provide daily support to our residents at Bethanie Fields.

This role is offered on a full-time basis , 38 hours per week.

The Role

• Manage the preparation and cooking of fresh, nutritious meals on site, ensuring a high-quality dining experience for residents.
• Order food supplies and manage stock, portion control and wastage within budget guidelines.
• Assist with menu development and delivery of the approved cycle menu, taking into account resident preferences and feedback.
• Lead, mentor and train kitchen staff in food preparation, presentation techniques and food safety practices.
• Ensure all dietary, cultural and special meal requirements are met in a responsive and person-centred manner.
• Deliver professional food service for residents, visitors and small functions, providing exceptional customer service.
• Maintain compliance with food safety legislation, the Food Safety Program and all required documentation and reporting requirements.

Working with Bethanie

At Bethanie, we recognise that our people are at the heart of everything we do. That's why we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial wellbeing, career development, health, and work-life balance, including:

• Salary packaging of up to $15,900, plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
• Employee discounts across leading retailers, travel providers, and lifestyle services.
• Corporate discounts on private health insurance.
• Discounted Anytime Fitness memberships.
• Paid parental leave and purchased leave options.
• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements (where applicable).
• Ongoing professional development, study support, and career progression opportunities.
• Structured onboarding, mentoring, and clinical support programs.
• Free annual flu vaccinations and access to our Bethanie Be Well Program (EAP).
• Employee recognition initiatives, team events, and annual awards programs.
• Employee referral program.
• A supportive, values-driven culture where people are respected, connected, and empowered to thrive.

If you're passionate about caring for older Australians and want to be part of a team that genuinely values its people, we'd love to hear from you.

About You

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Previous experience as a Chef or Cook preparing meals for large groups, ideally within aged care, healthcare, hospitality or a similar environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise and support a small team.
• Sound knowledge of food safety legislation, including the Food Act and Food Standards Code.
• Experience with ordering, stock control, budgeting and minimising food wastage.
• Excellent time management, organisational and communication skills.
• Commitment to person-centred care and delivering a positive dining experience for residents.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check and willingness to obtain relevant vaccinations.

To Apply

Please click the link below to upload your CV before the closing date. Our application process will consist of an additional questionnaire to be completed in order to finalise your application.

If you require any further information, please contact Alisha on our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]