Chef Manager — Lead Innovative Aged Care Dining

BaptistCare NSW & ACT; Coraki; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $18,550 tax‑fee

Visa sponsorship available

Job summary

BaptistCare NSW & ACT seeks a Chef Manager to lead the Mid Richmond Centre, Coraki kitchen, delivering high-quality meals and exceptional dining experiences for residents. This hands-on leadership role requires culinary expertise and compassionate management in a residential aged care setting.

The position is full-time (76 hours per fortnight) with visa sponsorship available for eligible international candidates and a salary package including salary packaging benefits.

Qualifications

• Proof of Chef qualification or equivalent credential.
• Experience managing large-scale catering operations.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and HACCP principles.
• Experience in aged care, healthcare or large catering environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a high-performing kitchen team.
• Deliver nutritious, appealing, resident-focused menus.
• Ensure food safety, quality and regulatory compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in dining services.
• Foster positive relationships with residents, families and staff.

Skills

Chef leadership

Food safety HACCP

Large-scale catering

Job description

BaptistCare NSW & ACT seeks a Chef Manager to lead the Mid Richmond Centre, Coraki kitchen, delivering high-quality meals and exceptional dining experiences for residents. This hands-on leadership role requires culinary expertise and compassionate management in a residential aged care setting.

The position is full-time (76 hours per fortnight) with visa sponsorship available for eligible international candidates and a salary package including salary packaging benefits.