Chef Manager – Aged Care Kitchen Leader

Catering Industries; Leeton; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate + penalty load

Staff Benefits program (100+ retail)

Job summary

Catering Industries Pty Ltd in Leeton, NSW, is seeking a FULL TIME Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations at an aged care facility. You will design menus, supervise staff, manage stock and ensure HACCP and food safety standards are met, while delivering nutritious meals that meet residents' dietary needs.

Work a balanced roster from Monday to Friday with occasional weekends, comprehensive handover, and the chance to develop your team in a supportive, caring environment that puts residents first.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in a similar role (aged care experience highly regarded).
• Cert III or IV in commercial cookery.
• Knowledge of Mandarin language desirable.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality meals in line with aged care food service/HACCP guidelines and QA procedures.
• Assist with menu design, changes and implementation.
• Assist with deliveries, stock handling and general kitchen cleanup duties.
• Provide meals suitable for specialised diets (e.g., purees, gluten-free, texture modified).
• Manage ordering, food preparation, service, and payroll approvals for the kitchen.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Aged care experience

Team management

Reliability

Multitasking

Education

Cert III or IV in commercial cookery

Job description

Catering Industries Pty Ltd in Leeton, NSW, is seeking a FULL TIME Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations at an aged care facility. You will design menus, supervise staff, manage stock and ensure HACCP and food safety standards are met, while delivering nutritious meals that meet residents' dietary needs.

Work a balanced roster from Monday to Friday with occasional weekends, comprehensive handover, and the chance to develop your team in a supportive, caring environment that puts residents first.