Dining Experience
Dining
Designing Our Dining Experience
Our National Food and Beverage Manager, alongside a dedicated team, has been continuously enhancing processes and systems at OMARA to elevate the variety, quality, and nutritional value of meals served to our residents each day. This journey is ongoing, with many exciting developments planned for the future.
At OMARA, all meals are freshly prepared on-site by qualified chefs—many of whom have completed the Maggie Beer Foundation’s training programs, with additional sessions scheduled to further refine their expertise.
Our menus are updated seasonally and undergo thorough review by nutritionists and dietitians to ensure they provide well-balanced and nourishing options. We also take into account the unique cultural backgrounds of our residents, tailoring menus to reflect their preferences and expectations.
Additionally, we have partnered with PureFood Co to supply premium texture-modified meals for residents who require them. This allows our on-site chefs to dedicate more time to engaging with residents, understanding their tastes, and enhancing their overall dining experience.
OMARA is committed to offering meaningful choice—both in menu selection and in how meals are delivered—ensuring every resident enjoys a satisfying and personalized dining experience.
Meal Choice
Expanding Choice with Simple Meal Solutions
OMARA Catering is introducing innovative menu options designed to make meal selection easier and more flexible for residents. Simple, thoughtfully prepared meals are at the heart of enhancing choice within OMARA Aged Care, where food and nutrition play a vital role in supporting overall health and wellbeing.
David, Support Manager for Catering Services, shares an update on the Simple Meals Ordering System—an initiative created to provide residents with greater independence and variety in their dining experience. This system includes easy-to-use features such as Simple Food Safety, Simple TV ordering, and a Simple Room Service module, all aimed at streamlining how residents choose and enjoy their meals.
By combining convenience with quality, OMARA continues to prioritise a dining experience that is both accessible and enriching for every resident.
Care and Nutrition
Tailored Texture-Modified Meals for Care and Nutrition
OMARA is continually exploring innovative ways to enhance the dining experience and overall wellbeing of our residents. As part of this commitment, we are proud to highlight our long-standing collaboration with The Pure Food Co., specialists in creating texture-modified meals that are nutritious, safe, and visually appealing for aged care residents.
“These products enhance presentation, support improved nutritional outcomes for our residents, and help reduce risk factors in the kitchen,” says OMARA’s National Food & Beverage Manager.
Our chefs incorporate these products into daily meal preparation, allowing for greater consistency and quality while saving valuable time. This enables them to focus more on engaging with residents, understanding their preferences, and delivering a more personalised dining experience tailored to individual care and nutritional needs.
Discover Meal
Discover What’s New at OMARA Café
Our refreshed café menu now features quality espresso coffee, a range of hot beverages, chilled drinks, freshly prepared sandwiches, tortilla wraps, cakes, and light snacks. It’s the perfect place to meet friends, spend time with loved ones, or enjoy a relaxed coffee close to home.
OMARA Café is open to visitors and members of the local community at selected residences, creating a welcoming space for connection and comfort.
Opening hours may vary by residence. Please contact your nearest OMARA Aged Care residence for café times and availability.
Hear from OMARA Chefs
At OMARA, our chefs play a central role in creating a dining experience that is both nourishing and enjoyable for residents. With a strong focus on quality, variety, and presentation, they bring together culinary skill and care to prepare meals that meet individual tastes and nutritional needs.
Working closely with residents every day, our chefs take the time to listen, gather feedback, and understand personal preferences. This ongoing interaction helps shape menus that are not only well-balanced but also meaningful and enjoyable.
Through training, innovation, and a commitment to continuous improvement, OMARA chefs ensure that every meal reflects both professional expertise and genuine care.
