Chef Manager: Lead Kitchen & Team (Mon-Fri, Aged Care)

Cater Care Group; Horsham; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + super

Retention bonus

Weekday roster

Leadership opportunity

Uniform provided

Career development

Employee discounts

EAP

Job summary

Cater Care Group is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead the kitchen operations at an aged care residence in Horsham, Victoria. This hands-on leadership role emphasizes ownership of kitchen operations, team development, and delivering high standards in food quality, service and resident care.

You’ll build a positive dining experience, motivate your team, and commit to a long-term career in the local Horsham community.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in kitchen operations.
• Strong communication and people management skills.
• Experience delivering high standards of food safety and resident care.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team, driving performance and accountability.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, food prep, presentation and service.
• Control food and labour costs to meet budget targets.
• Order, manage stock, and maintain inventory levels.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and quality standards.
• Oversee bulk meal production and texture-modified meals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People management

Team leadership

Education

Trade qualification & Food Safety Supervisor Certification

Job description

Cater Care Group is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead the kitchen operations at an aged care residence in Horsham, Victoria. This hands-on leadership role emphasizes ownership of kitchen operations, team development, and delivering high standards in food quality, service and resident care.

You’ll build a positive dining experience, motivate your team, and commit to a long-term career in the local Horsham community.