Chef Manager | Mon-Fri Aged Care Kitchen Lead

Cater Care; Cundletown; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekends off

9:00–17:30 roster (Mon–Fri)

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Job summary

Cater Care in NSW is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the Anglican Care - Bishop Tyrrell kitchen. You will be hands-on with menu development, bulk cooking, and texture-modified meals while upholding high standards across every service.

This permanent full-time role offers a Monday to Friday roster, 9:00am to 5:30pm, weekends off, and a salary of $85,000 plus super. You’ll join a supportive team with opportunities to grow within Cater Care’s aged care portfolio.

Qualifications

• Trade Certification in Commercial Cookery and a Food Safety Supervisor qualification.
• Hands-on commercial cooking experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Experience with texture modified foods and dietary requirements.
• Ability to work independently and manage kitchen responsibilities.
• Willingness to complete police check and vaccination.

Responsibilities

• Own the day-to-day running of the kitchen and ensure every service runs smoothly.
• Cook nutritious meals meeting menu requirements and resident needs.
• Deliver high-volume bulk cooking with quality and presentation.
• Prepare texture modified foods with accuracy and care.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards daily.
• Plan, prioritise and complete kitchen operations efficiently.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Texture modified foods

Food safety practices

Organisational skills

Education

Trade Certification in Commercial Cookery

Food Safety Supervisor qualification

Job description

Cater Care in NSW is seeking a Chef Manager to lead the Anglican Care - Bishop Tyrrell kitchen. You will be hands-on with menu development, bulk cooking, and texture-modified meals while upholding high standards across every service.

This permanent full-time role offers a Monday to Friday roster, 9:00am to 5:30pm, weekends off, and a salary of $85,000 plus super. You’ll join a supportive team with opportunities to grow within Cater Care’s aged care portfolio.