Chef Supervisor

Mareeba Aged Care; Mareeba Shire; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Respect Aged Care is seeking a Chef Supervisor for Mareeba Gardens, a full‑time role servicing a 62‑resident facility in Mareeba, QLD. You will oversee the kitchen operation, lead a dedicated team, plan menus, maintain high hygiene standards, and ensure quality meals for residents.

Previous Chef Supervisor experience in aged care is highly regarded; a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent trade qualification is required.

Qualifications

• Experience leading an aged care kitchen and teams.
• Proven ability to plan menus and manage food costs.
• Genuine commitment to food safety and hygiene standards.
• Current Police Check, NDIS check and ACW screening preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily kitchen operations in an aged care setting.
• Lead menu planning, food preparation, service and quality control.
• Manage stock, inventory, suppliers and cost control.
• Roster and develop kitchen staff, ensuring smooth workflows.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

WHS compliance

Team supervision

Aged care cooking

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Trade Qualification

Job description

Are you a passionate and experienced Chef/Cook looking to make a real impact in aged care? Respect Aged Care is currently seeking a Chef Supervisor to join our hospitality team at Mareeba Gardens. This is a Full-time position. We’re looking for someone with proven experience in aged care cooking for a site of 62 Residents.

About Us

Since 1922, Respect Aged Care has served older Australians through high-quality care and community. As a proud not-for-profit organisation, our focus is on giving back to older adults by fostering communities of belonging, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

With our headquarters on Tasmania’s northwest coast, we continue to grow — with numerous aged care homes, home care services across multiple states, and more than 700 units in retirement villages and independent living communities across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia and Tasmania.

About the Role

Looking for a leadership role where your skills truly make an impact?

As our Chef Supervisor, you’ll lead the full operation of our aged care kitchen, guiding a dedicated team to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals that support the health and wellbeing of our residents.

You’ll take ownership of daily operations, including menu planning and food preparation, while ensuring the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and quality are consistently met. Experience as a Chef Supervisor in aged care will be highly regarded and considered a strong advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily kitchen operations in an aged care setting, delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that meet resident needs
• Manage menu planning, food preparation, service, and quality control while maintaining strict food safety, hygiene, and WHS standards
• Order stock and manage inventory, suppliers, and cost control to ensure efficient kitchen operations and minimal waste
• Lead, roster, delegate, and support kitchen staff, ensuring effective workflows, coverage, and a positive team culture
• Previous experience as a Chef Supervisor essential (aged care experience highly regarded) with relevant trade qualifications; full‑time, Monday to Friday role offering excellent work–life balance
• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or Trade Qualification
• Demonstrated experience in hospitality.
• Experience in aged care cooking, particularly in large‑scale settings
• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to obtain).
• NDIS Check
• Must meet Aged Care Worker Screening legislative requirements.

Why Join Respect?

• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Competitive salary with not‑for‑profit salary packaging benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of older Australians.