Chef - Low-Pressure Aged Care Kitchen, Stable Schedule

Cater Care; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail discounts

EAP support

Uniform provided

Job summary

Cater Care is seeking a qualified Chef to support kitchen operations in a small Retirement Village in South Plympton. This role offers a stable, low-volume environment with about 25 residents, and occasional guests, avoiding late nights and high-pressure service.

You’ll work in a structured setting where your cooking directly contributes to residents’ wellbeing, with opportunities for career development within a national organisation.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Chef (Commercial Cookery or equivalent).
• Experience in aged care or similar role preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage service.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to follow routines.
• Commitment to residents' wellbeing; reliable and professional.
• Current flu vaccination and ability to complete a National Criminal History Check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for residents and staff, including texture-modified foods.
• Manage kitchen operations independently during rostered shifts.
• Maintain strict food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ensure a clean, organised, and service-ready kitchen.
• Build positive connections with residents and site staff.
• Contribute to a warm, respectful, and collaborative environment.

Skills

Independent work

Organisational skills

Resident wellbeing focus

Food safety hygiene

Education

Trade-qualified Chef (Commercial Cookery or equivalent)

Job description

Cater Care is seeking a qualified Chef to support kitchen operations in a small Retirement Village in South Plympton. This role offers a stable, low-volume environment with about 25 residents, and occasional guests, avoiding late nights and high-pressure service.

You’ll work in a structured setting where your cooking directly contributes to residents’ wellbeing, with opportunities for career development within a national organisation.