• Hourly rate based on experience.
• Monday to Friday, with a flexible start time between 6am and 9am.
• Chef trade qualification or equivalent experience.

Hospitality Team Leader

Churches of Christ, Little Mountain Aged Care Service, Sunshine Coast

Permanent, Full-time Opportunity

Imagine a career with Churches of Christ

Established in 1930, We are one of Australia's largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations. Active in the areas of children, youth and family services; community housing; retirement living; home care; and residential aged care services, we provide care and compassion to vulnerable people at different stages of their life journey. With over 200 Services in more than 100 communities, we positively impact around 45,000 lives a year.

Employee Benefits:

As a not-for-profit entity, our employees can package up to $18,549 p.a. of their taxable income before your income tax is calculated. Up to $15,900 p.a. on everyday expenses (such as mortgage payments, rent, groceries, bills and insurance) plus up to $2,649 p.a. on meal/entertainment benefits.

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The Salary for this position is currently $30.38 per hour.  Hourly rate is based on experience.

By being such a large organisation, we are also able to offer a range of compelling benefits. Including but not limited to:

• Salary-packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay;
• Five (5) weeks of annual leave and the ability to purchase more;
• Grants (for eligible employees) to assist in formal study;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• A work culture that values you.
• Discounts through our large network of retail partners including:
• JB Hi-Fi,
• The Good Guys,
• Goodlife Health Clubs,
• Bupa Health,
• Plus many more;

About the role

A Team Leader opportunity exists for an experienced Hospitality Team Leader to work within our Little Mountain Aged Care Service.

We require a full-time Team Leader to work from Monday to Friday, with a flexible start time between 6am and 9am.

You will be a master at multi-tasking, embracing your hospitality experience in a compassionate nature. Actively contribute to establishing high standards of customer service to our residents and participate in continuous improvement.

 The Hospitality Team Leader is responsible for:

• Coordinating and participating in meal preparation and presentation, ensuring our menu meets the dietary requirements of residents;
• Ensuring all kitchen, laundry and cleaning equipment is kept clean and maintained in accordance with manufacturer recommendations; ensure all services procedures comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards; calibrate, monitor and record temperature of cold room/freezer;
• Perform stock control, including rotation, ordering and quality checking; approve invoices in accordance with delegation authority and budget;
• Ensure Accreditation Standards are met in all hospitality areas; report on non-compliance and incidents; assist in implementing action plans to rectify non-compliance;
• Supervise, train and mentor a committed team of hospitality, cleaning and laundry staff, ensuring daily tasks are maintained according to operational guidelines.

About you

You have comprehensive understanding of legislation relevant to the industry plus knowledge and application of safe food hygiene practices. Your highly developed prioritisation, time management, leadership & problem-solving techniques are some of your strengths and you enjoy the interaction and working with our senior residents and have empathy for their needs. If you are enthusiastic, reliable and work well in a team environment, this is an excellent opportunity for you.

To be successful in this role, your experience and qualifications should include:

• Chef trade qualification or equivalent experience.
• Applied knowledge of catering, cleaning and laundry procedures including cooking texture modified meals and thickened fluids;
• Solid experience as a commercial cook, working in a hygiene-controlled environment;
• Experience in the Aged Care industry is preferable but not essential;
• Practical knowledge of legislation relevant to hospitality services including demonstrated experience of operational achievement of accreditation standards including Food Safety Certificate;
• A friendly and outgoing personality with strong focus on customer service and satisfaction;
• Have or can obtain a current National Police Clearance Certificate.

 Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety.

To apply

To apply for this position please click the Apply Button. For further information, please contact Ira Jahner on 0427 621 820.

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Applications will be assessed as they are received.