Chef

BaptistCare NSW/ACT - Aged Care; Drouin; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual role with AM/PM shifts

25% casual loading

NFP benefits up to $18,550

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

BaptistCare NSW/ACT - Aged Care is seeking a compassionate Chef in Drouin, VIC to prepare nutritious meals for residents. This casual role supports the Head Chef with food safety, menu execution, and event catering within the residence.

The position requires a Commercial Cookery Certificate III/IV, Food Handling and Hygiene training, and a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate. National police check and WWCC may be required. Casual loading applies.

Qualifications

• Mandatory Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (HLTFSE001, HLTFSE005, HLTFSE007).
• Relevant Industry Training – Food Handling and Hygiene Certificate.
• Commercial Cookery Certificate III/IV is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high-quality meals, including therapeutic diets and special dietary requirements.
• Follow set menus and recipes to ensure timely 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 all dining and service areas.
• Assist with meal delivery, café operations, and the planning and execution of functions and events within the residence.

Skills

Food Safety Supervisor

Food Handling

Education

Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery

Food Handling and Hygiene Certificate

Food Safety Supervisor Training

Job description

BaptistCare NSW/ACT - Aged Care – Drouin VIC

Casual/Temporary

2d ago , from BaptistCare NSW/ACT - Aged Care

Baptcare is seeking a compassionate Chef to support our residents through nutritious, thoughtfully prepared meals that honour individual needs and preferences.

Be part of a team where your skills make a real difference every day.

Salary- $33.42 - $33.95 per hour + 25% casual loading + NFP benefits

Casual role with shifts across AM and PM (weekdays preferred)

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high‑quality meals, including therapeutic diets and special dietary requirements, aligned with resident needs and preferences
• 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 all dining and service areas
• Assist with meal delivery, café operations, and the planning and execution of functions and events within the residence

About you:

• Mandatory Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (HLTFSE001, HLTFSE005, HLTFSE007)
• Relevant Industry Training – Food Handling and Hygiene Certificate.
• Commercial Cookery Certificate III / IV is required.
• Previous experience and working knowledge of menu planning, ordering, and special diet preparation.
• Previous experience working in catering within a residential aged care facility.

Compliance/Checks required

• National Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Relevant worker screening/clearance as required (e.g., NDIS Worker Screening Check/WWCC where applicable).
• Proof of working rights in Australia.

What we offer

• $33.42 - $33.95 an hour + 25% casual loading
• Increase your take home pay – NFP benefits up to $18,550
• National organisation supporting 38,000+ Australians
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Abouts Us

BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.

We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.

That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.

BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.

Baptistcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.

Successful candidates will be subject to a variety of background checks including a national criminal history check, reference checks, and if applicable WWCC, NDIS worker screening check and a pre-employment medical check.