Chef Supervisor - Lead Kitchen in Aged Care

Respect Group Limited; Inverell; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Respect Group Limited in Inverell, NSW is seeking an experienced Chef Supervisor to lead our kitchen team. You will deliver nutritious meals, oversee service, and ensure safety and quality standards while supporting resident dining experiences.

You will supervise daily operations, mentor staff, plan menus, manage stock, maintain records, and work with care staff to meet dietary and nutritional needs. This is a leadership role in a values-driven aged care setting.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Chef.
• Proven experience in a Chef Supervisor, Head Chef 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.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

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 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.

Education

Trade qualification as a Chef

Job description

Respect Group Limited in Inverell, NSW is seeking an experienced Chef Supervisor to lead our kitchen team. You will deliver nutritious meals, oversee service, and ensure safety and quality standards while supporting resident dining experiences.

You will supervise daily operations, mentor staff, plan menus, manage stock, maintain records, and work with care staff to meet dietary and nutritional needs. This is a leadership role in a values-driven aged care setting.