Chef

Austcorp Executive Recruitment PTY Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Residential Aged Care provider as a Chef in Sydney, where you'll prepare high-quality meals for residents in a supportive environment. Enjoy a stable Monday to Friday schedule, uphold food safety standards, and make a meaningful impact on the wellbeing of older Australians.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary qualifications required.
• Previous experience in aged care or institutional catering preferred.
• Knowledge of dietary needs, including texture-modified meals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals for approximately 45 residents.
• Maintain a clean, safe and compliant kitchen in line with food safety regulations.
• Collaborate with care staff to accommodate residents' needs.

Skills

Food Safety

Time Management

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Chef – Residential Aged Care | Monday to Friday | 9am–5pm

We are currently seeking an experienced and passionateChefto join a well-respectedResidential Aged Care provider, delivering high-quality meals and nutritional care to residents in a 45-bed facility.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hospitality professional who is looking for stability, work-life balance, and a rewarding role supporting the wellbeing of older Australians.

About the Role:

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals for approximately 45 residents
• Monday to Friday –9:00am to 5:00pm schedule(no weekends!)
• Ensure all meals meet dietary and texture requirements (e.g., IDDSI)
• Maintain a clean, safe and compliant kitchen in line with food safety regulations
• $75k + Super
• Collaborate with care staff to accommodate resident needs and preferences
• Assist with ordering, stock control, and kitchen documentation

About You:

• Formal culinary qualifications (e.g., Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent)
• Previous experience in aged care, healthcare, or institutional catering preferred
• Knowledge of dietary needs, including texture-modified and allergen-aware meals
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen compliance
• Excellent time management and communication skills

Additional Requirements:

• Must be willing to undergo aNational Police Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Checkrequired (or willingness to obtain)

This is an excellent opportunity to bring your culinary skills into a caring, community-focused environment while enjoying great work-life balance.
Apply nowor get in touch to find out more about this rewarding position.