Chef Supervisor

Respect Group; Inverell; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Supportive team

Career development

Staff meals

Job summary

Respect Group in Inverell, New South Wales, is seeking an experienced Chef Supervisor to lead our kitchen at McLean Gardens.

You will supervise daily operations, mentor kitchen staff, ensure nutritious meals meet dietary requirements, and uphold food safety standards, WHS, and resident dining experiences.

This leadership role offers meaningful work in aged care with opportunities to contribute to menu planning and quality of service.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Chef.
• Experience in a Chef Supervisor or similar leadership role.
• Experience in aged care is highly regarded.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, allergen management and WHS requirements.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support the day-to-day operations of the kitchen.
• Lead, mentor and support kitchen staff to deliver high-quality food service.
• Prepare and oversee nutritious meals that meet the individual needs and preferences of our residents.
• Ensure food is prepared and served in accordance with food safety, hygiene and WHS requirements.
• Support menu planning and ensure meals are prepared according to established menus and dietary requirements.
• Manage food preparation, cooking and presentation to a high standard.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and kitchen organisation.
• Monitor food quality, portion sizes and presentation.
• Work collaboratively with care staff to ensure residents’ dietary and nutritional needs are met.
• Maintain accurate kitchen records and documentation.
• Promote a positive, respectful and collaborative kitchen environment.
• Identify opportunities to improve kitchen processes and the resident dining experience.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Menu planning

Staff mentoring

Communication

Education

Trade qualification as a Chef

Job description

Lead with purpose. Make a difference. Be part of something bigger.

At Respect, we believe aged care is about more than providing support — it’s about creating places where people feel safe, valued, connected and truly at home.

As the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia, Respect is a growing, values-led not-for-profit organisation with an exciting future ahead.

Following Respect’s acquisition of McLean Care, our organisation is entering an exciting new chapter, bringing together people, expertise and communities with a shared commitment to delivering exceptional care for older Australians.

This is your opportunity to join that journey.

Why you will love working with us

• A workplace culture that celebrates people, progress and purpose
• Meaningful work where you see the impact you make every day
• Opportunities to grow and develop your career
• Save tax by salary packaging up to $15,900 of living expenses and a further $2,650 for meals out and holiday accommodation
• Be part of a supportive and values-driven team
• Make a genuine difference to the dining experience and wellbeing of our residents

About the role

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Chef Supervisor to join our team atMcLean Gardens in Inverell, New South Wales.

In this role, you will provide hands‑on leadership within our kitchen, supporting the team to deliver high‑quality, nutritious and enjoyable meals for our residents.

Working closely with the broader care and site teams, you will help ensure our kitchen operates efficiently, safely and consistently while maintaining a strong focus on resident choice, dietary requirements and quality food service.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Chef looking to step into a leadership role where you can make a real difference every day.

As Chef Supervisor, you will:

• Supervise and support the day-to-day operations of the kitchen
• Lead, mentor and support kitchen staff to deliver high-quality food service
• Prepare and oversee nutritious meals that meet the individual needs and preferences of our residents
• Ensure food is prepared and served in accordance with food safety, hygiene and WHS requirements
• Support menu planning and ensure meals are prepared according to established menus and dietary requirements
• Manage food preparation, cooking and presentation to a high standard
• Assist with stock control, ordering and kitchen organisation
• Monitor food quality, portion sizes and presentation
• Work collaboratively with care staff to ensure residents’ dietary and nutritional needs are met
• Maintain accurate kitchen records and documentation
• Promote a positive, respectful and collaborative kitchen environment
• Identify opportunities to improve kitchen processes and the resident dining experience

About you

You’ll be a confident and experienced Chef who enjoys leading a team and takes pride in delivering quality food and service.

You will bring:

• Trade qualification as a Chef
• Proven experience in a Chef Supervisor, Head Chef or similar leadership role
• Previous experience in aged care is highly regarded
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, allergen management and WHS requirements
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong communication and leadership abilities
• The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• A genuine passion for food and creating positive dining experiences
• A commitment to supporting the dignity, choice and wellbeing of older Australians