Chef Manager: Lead Inspiring, Resident-Centered Dining

MEDICAL AND AGED CARE GROUP; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual leave loading

Employee Assistance Program

Refer-a-friend program

Staff awards program

Employee discounts

Professional development

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Medical & Aged Care Group in Melbourne is seeking a Chef Manager for Cheltenham Manor Aged Care to lead the kitchen and deliver outstanding dining experiences for residents.

You will drive menus tailored to dietary and cultural needs, mentor your kitchen team, manage procurement, and ensure compliance with food safety and aged care standards. This hands-on leadership role rewards initiative and compassion.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) is required.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate required.
• 3–5 years in a chef or kitchen management role, preferably in aged care or healthcare.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and dietary requirements for older people.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Diploma of Hospitality (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Lead all kitchen operations and oversee daily food production to a consistently high standard.
• Develop and implement seasonal, rotating menus tailored to residents' dietary, cultural and clinical needs.
• Mentor, coaching and develop your kitchen team—creating a culture of pride, skill and excellence.
• Engage directly with residents to gather feedback and shape a dining experience they love.
• Manage food ordering, stock control, inventory and budgets efficiently.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety legislation, hygiene standards and aged care requirements.
• Collaborate with care and lifestyle teams to deliver truly holistic, resident-centred care.
• Drive continuous improvement through audits, documentation and quality initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Kitchen management

Team building

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Diploma of Hospitality

Job description

Medical & Aged Care Group in Melbourne is seeking a Chef Manager for Cheltenham Manor Aged Care to lead the kitchen and deliver outstanding dining experiences for residents.

You will drive menus tailored to dietary and cultural needs, mentor your kitchen team, manage procurement, and ensure compliance with food safety and aged care standards. This hands-on leadership role rewards initiative and compassion.