Chef Manager

Infinite Aged Care Pty Ltd; Windsor; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP salary sacrificing

Training & career progression

Monday to Friday hours

Health insurance discounts

Wellbeing resources

Veterans encouraged to apply

Job summary

Infinite Aged Care Pty Ltd is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of the kitchen at Windsor, driving high-quality meals for residents and leading a dedicated team. You will ensure nutrition, safety, and service standards are met while fostering a collaborative kitchen culture.

You will bring 5+ years of commercial kitchen experience, a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, and strong leadership in a regulated care environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a commercial kitchen environment.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or higher) and a valid Food Safety Supervisor certificate.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing kitchen teams.
• Experienced in food safety and hygiene standards.
• Previous aged care or similar catering experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of exceptional dining experiences, preparing meals that meet residents’ dietary needs and nutrition plans, with seasonal menus that ensure variety, quality, and the highest levels of food safety and presentation standards.
• Manage kitchen operations, budgets, procurement, stocktakes, and regular equipment maintenance.
• Lead and motivate kitchen staff by fostering a positive, collaborative culture that encourages teamwork, professional growth, and consistently high standards of food service.
• Champion food safety and hygiene standards, ensuring compliance with regulatory audits.
• Partner with the Chef Community to share ideas and innovations.
• Build strong, professional relationships with residents, families, and colleagues, actively seeking feedback to improve food and dining experiences.
• Support student placements and provide mentorship to junior chefs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Food safety

Nutrition knowledge

Kitchen operations

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

About the Role

Join the Infinite Aged Care team as a Chef Manager and make a real impact on our residents’ lives through food! This exciting role, based at our Windsor, is a key leadership position where you'll be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, leading a passionate team, and ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and service.

A key measure of success in this leadership role is your ability to build and maintain trusting, respectful, and professional relationships with colleagues and support teams, fostering operational excellence and reflecting Infinite Aged Care’s core values.

As Chef Manager, you will bring your vision, creativity, and passion for wellness in food to every service. You’ll actively engage with residents to gather feedback, driving improvements in meals and nutrition, while leading a team equally committed to delivering high-quality food across the dining hall, café, in-room dining, and events. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day through your love of food.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the creation of exceptional dining experiences, preparing meals that meet residents’ dietary needs and nutrition plans, with seasonal menus that ensure variety, quality, and the highest levels of food safety and presentation standards.
• Manage kitchen operations, budgets, procurement, stocktakes, and regular equipment maintenance.
• Lead and motivate kitchen staff by fostering a positive, collaborative culture that encourages teamwork, professional growth, and consistently high standards of food service.
• Champion food safety and hygiene standards, ensuring compliance with regulatory audits.
• Partner with the Chef Community to share ideas and innovations.
• Build strong, professional relationships with residents, families, and colleagues, actively seeking feedback to improve food and dining experiences.
• Support student placements and provide mentorship to junior chefs.

As Chef Manager, you’ll do more than create meals—you’ll be part of a hospitality team that brings people together. Experience the joy of our Infinite Table annual event, where residents share food, stories, and companionship, showcasing the powerful impact you’ll have on their daily lives. Our Infinite Table - YouTube

About You

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a commercial kitchen environment.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or higher) and a valid Food Safety Supervisor certificate.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing kitchen teams.
• A natural communicator who thrives on feedback and creates a positive, safe workplace culture.
• Passionate about food and committed to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals.
• Experienced in food safety and hygiene standards.
• Previous aged care or similar catering experience is highly desirable.

Why Work with Us?

Infinite Aged Care is a fast-growing leader in residential aged care with 30+ years’ experience, operating across QLD, NSW, SA, and VIC. We pride ourselves on creating environments that help residents remain independent and live their best lives every day, while offering employees opportunities for career growth and skill development.

• Access to non-for-profit (NFP) salary sacrificing employee benefits.
• Access to ongoing training, professional development, and career progression.
• Enjoy Monday to Friday hours with a supportive team.
• Discounts on health insurance, fitness programs, and access to wellbeing resources.
• Join a friendly, supportive team that prioritizes safety, teamwork, and opportunities for growth.
• Defence/Military Veterans are encouraged to apply.