Casual Chef – Therapeutic Diets for Aged Care Dining

BaptistCare NSW & ACT; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 37,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

BaptistCare NSW & ACT is seeking a compassionate casual Chef to support residents with nutritious, thoughtfully prepared meals tailored to individual needs. Be part of a team where your daily contributions make a real difference.

You will work across AM/PM shifts with occasional travel to other BaptistCare sites in Victoria, earning $32.83 per hour plus 25% casual loading and NFP benefits. This role includes compliance, mentoring, and menu development responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Mandatory Food Safety Supervisor Certificate required.
• Food handling and hygiene training completed.
• Commercial Cookery Certificate III or IV required.
• Experience in menu planning, ordering and special diet prep.
• Experience in catering within residential aged care.
• NDIS screening clearance is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high-quality meals, including therapeutic diets and special dietary needs.
• Follow set menus and recipes to ensure timely, consistent and well-presented food service.
• Support the Head Chef with daily food safety compliance, stock control and kitchen standards.
• Maintain exceptional food handling and hygiene practices across dining and service areas.
• Assist with meal delivery, café operations, and planning events within the residence.

Skills

Menu planning

Ordering

Special diet prep

Food safety awareness

Education

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Food Handling and Hygiene Certificate

Commercial Cookery Certificate III/IV

NDIS Screening Clearance

Job description

BaptistCare NSW & ACT is seeking a compassionate casual Chef to support residents with nutritious, thoughtfully prepared meals tailored to individual needs. Be part of a team where your daily contributions make a real difference.

You will work across AM/PM shifts with occasional travel to other BaptistCare sites in Victoria, earning $32.83 per hour plus 25% casual loading and NFP benefits. This role includes compliance, mentoring, and menu development responsibilities.