Chef Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 for liv

Meals out and holiday accommodation

Job summary

Respect in Riverside Gardens is seeking an experienced Chef Supervisor to lead our kitchen team, delivering high-quality, nutritious meals for residents.

Based at Riverside Gardens, the role focuses on safe food handling, menu planning, and collaborating with care staff to meet dietary needs, while mentoring staff and maintaining records.

Permanent site-based role with opportunities to contribute to dining experiences and dignity for older Australians.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Chef.
• Proven leadership experience in a chef supervision or head chef role.
• Experience in aged care is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Lead and mentor kitchen staff to deliver high-quality meals.
• Ensure meals meet dietary requirements and resident preferences.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and WHS standards.
• Assist with menu planning and stock control.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Allergen management

Time management

Communication

Education

Trade qualification as a Chef

Job description

Chef Supervisor – Riverside Gardens

At Respect, we’re proud to be the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia.

As a not-for-profit organisation, everything we do is driven by our commitment to supporting older Australians with dignity, compassion and genuine connection.

We’re a growing, values-led organisation with a strong focus on our residents, their families and our team. When you join Respect, you become part of a supportive community that thrives on collaboration, trust and the shared belief that everyone deserves to feel valued.

If you’re looking for an organisation that invests in its people, celebrates purpose, and offers meaningful career pathways, you’ll feel right at home with us.

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 at Riverside Gardens.

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.

Based at Riverside Gardens, this is a permanent site-based position with no travel between locations required.

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