Chef Supervisor

Respect; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Respect Aged Care is seeking a Chef Supervisor to lead the kitchen operation at Jallarah, Meningie. You will guide a dedicated team to prepare nutritious meals that support resident health and wellbeing.

This full-time role emphasizes hygiene, safety, and quality in a large-scale aged care setting. You will plan menus, oversee food preparation, manage stock and cost control, and mentor staff to maintain a positive team culture.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or Trade Qualification.
• Food Handling Course.
• Experience in aged care cooking, particularly in large-scale settings.
• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to obtain) and NDIS Check.
• Computer literacy and compliance with Aged Care Worker Screening requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily kitchen operations in an aged care setting and deliver high-quality, nutritious meals.
• Lead menu planning, food preparation, service and quality control while maintaining hygiene and WHS standards.
• Order stock, manage inventory, suppliers and control costs to reduce waste.
• Roster, delegate and support kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflows and a positive team culture.
• Full-time, Monday to Friday role with excellent work‑life balance.

Skills

Leadership

Aged care cooking

Menu planning

Food safety

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Are you a passionate and experienced 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 Jallarah, Meningie. This is a Full‑time position. We’re looking for someone with proven experience in aged care cooking for large sites.

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

Essential Requirements

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or Trade Qualification
• Food Handling Course.
• Demonstrated experience in hospitality.
• Experience in aged care cooking, particularly in large-scale settings
• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to obtain).
• NDIS Check
• Computer literacy
• Must meet Aged Care Worker Screening legislative requirements.
• The successful candidate will receive a base salary between the range of $79,000 - $85,000.

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.