Lead Chef (Head Chef)

We have an exciting opportunity to join our supportive team as a Lead Chef. This is a full-time position working Sunday to Thursday 0800 - 1630. In this role you will: Lead a team to ensure nutritious, high quality, well prepared, well presented and enjoyable food is provided to our residents. Prepare specialty food for functions and fine dining. Adhere to all practices relating to food hygiene, preparation, storage and disposal. Work closely with, and support your team and colleagues. About You To thrive in our supportive and caring environment you will have: Extensive experience as a Head Chef, leading a team and running a kitchen. Hold the London City & Guilds or NZQA 75/1, 75/2, 75/3, or the New Zealand Certificate in Cookery (Level 4) as a minimum. A reliable, friendly and professional manner. Be part of the Ryman Food Experience, going beyond traditional aged care dining to create a truly holistic approach to nutrition and well-being, through thoughtfully prepared meals that respect our residents and celebrate diverse cultural traditions. About Ryman At Ryman, we believe the measure of a full life is one that gets richer with age. Ryman Healthcare is a leader in retirement living and aged care. Our driving purpose is to enhance freedom, connection and well-being for people as we grow older. We own and operate 48 villages in New Zealand and Australia and we employ approximately 7,700 team members across a range of different sectors. Benefits of working at a Ryman Village Fun, friendly and supportive team environment. Certainty of hours through fixed rosters. Work in a beautiful, resort style village. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. Ryman Team Benefits Card with discounts from a range of suppliers and retailers. If you are interested in joining an organisation with a clear purpose and a commitment to innovation, kindness and excellence, we would love to hear from you! Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means a job ad may close before the advertised close date.

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