Kitchen Manager

About us
Metlifecare's Powley is a small, intimate retirement village and care home, with a warm, friendly atmosphere located on Connell St in Blockhouse Bay. At Powley, we're passionate about enabling people to get the very most out of their retirement; and we're just as committed to helping our team get the most out of their careers.
About the role
Our dedicated Kitchen team are looking for a hard working and reliable Kitchen Manager to lead them on a full time basis, delivering excellent service to our residents. This role is more than just everyday cooking. It is about using your strong culinary experience and creativity to provide high quality food and a great dining experience, including whipping up treats for special events and formal dinners.
You will be responsible for managing dietary requirements of our residents, stock control, kitchen budgets, staff rosters and catering for large village functions.
As manager, you will utilise your team building and leadership skills to train, develop and inspire a team of kitchen staff and lead by example. Additionally, you will form quality resident relationships and surprise them with your gastronomical delights.
On offer is a full time opportunity, working 40 hours per week.
Skills and Experience Required
Experience training and managing kitchen staff
Outstanding customer service skills
Food industry qualification
Excellent food hygiene practices and personal presentation
Experience catering for special dietary requirements
Creativity and exceptional menu planning
Computer literacy
Benefits
In return for your expertise, we are serving up a secure, rewarding, full time job with an established market leader and a competitive remuneration package that compliments your skills.