Chef

Contemporary Catering; Whittlesea; Hybrid; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Staff discounts and rewards

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Contemporary Catering in Victoria is seeking a Part Time Sunday Chef to help produce and deliver high-quality meals and support resident dining experiences in aged care facilities.

You will lead a kitchen team, manage food safety, stock, and costs, and work with facility management, residents, and families. The role offers growth opportunities within a friendly, supportive team.

Qualifications

• Chef qualifications required.
• Experience in aged care with modified texture knowledge.
• Understanding of food cost management.
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• Good grooming and personal presentation.
• Growth opportunities within the company.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing.
• Staff discounts and rewards program for staff.

Responsibilities

• Produce and deliver high-quality meals.
• Oversee resident dining experience.
• Lead and manage kitchen team for smooth operation.
• Ensure food safety, WHS and quality compliance.
• Manage stock levels and ordering.
• Control food costs and waste.
• Communicate with facility managers, residents and families.

Skills

Chef qualifications

Aged care experience

Food cost management

People leadership

Communication with residents

Job description

• Part Time Role – Sunday
• Competitive Rates
• Friendly and Supportive Team

Contemporary Catering is a family owned and run business providing specialist catering services into Aged Care facilities of the highest standard since 1992. We operate in over 40 locations throughout Victoria and New South Wales employing over 700 staff. We offer Opportunities for career development and progression.

About the role

• Production and delivery of high-quality meals
• Oversee and support resident dining experience
• Lead & manage kitchen team, ensuring a smooth operation.
• Manage compliance related to food safety, WHS and quality.
• Stock control and ordering
• Food cost management
• Communicate with facility management, residents and families

What you will bring:

• Chef Qualifications
• Experience within Aged Care with a strong understanding of modified texture and dietary needs
• Understanding of food cost management.
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement
• Strong personal presentation and grooming skills
• Internal transfers and opportunity for growth
• Learning and personal development opportunities
• Access to our free and confidential Employee Assistant Program for mental health and well-being support.
• Exclusive staff discounts and rewards program, giving you access to save on everyday products and services.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values and respects diversity and inclusion.