Chef - Warrigal Mt Terry - Albion Park Nsw

Connect; Shellharbour City Council; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend penalty rates

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Uniforms provided

450+ retail discounts

Job summary

Warrigal Care Mt Terry is seeking an efficient, trade-qualified Chef to lead high-volume bulk cooking and seamless meal delivery for residents. You will own your shifts, maintain kitchen standards, and deliver exceptional service with autonomy in a part-time role.

With Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and proven experience in fast-paced kitchens, you will tailor menus to dietary needs, uphold food safety, and work collaboratively to foster a supportive kitchen culture across shifts.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent qualification).
• Proven background in fast-paced kitchens; experience in aged care, healthcare, hospitality, or commercial catering is highly desirable.
• Empathetic and dedicated to meeting individual dietary needs and preferences.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills to maintain smooth operations during weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Culinary Leadership: Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure high-quality, efficient, and timely meal services.
• Tailored Dining & Nutrition: Prepare standard menus as well as specialized, texture-modified, and therapeutic diets tailored to residents' needs.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain high culinary standards, ensuring food flavor, optimal temperature, and appealing visual presentation.
• Safety & Compliance: Uphold rigorous food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards across all shifts.
• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with staff to foster a productive, positive, and supportive kitchen culture.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Fast-paced kitchen experience

Resident-focused care

Reliable/organizational skills

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Description

Are you an efficient, trade-qualified Chef with a passion for high-volume culinary excellence? We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our team at Warrigal Care - Mt Terry, driving quality bulk cooking and seamless meal delivery. In this role, you will take ownership of your shifts, ensure flawless kitchen standards, and deliver exceptional service to our community. If you are looking for a dynamic part time opportunity offering autonomy, variety, and competitive pay, we encourage you to apply.

Roster

Wednesday & Thursday 6:00 am to 2:30pm

Saturday & Sunday 6:00 am -2:30 pm

Key Responsibilities

• Culinary Leadership: Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure high-quality, efficient, and timely meal services.
• Tailored Dining & Nutrition: Prepare standard menus as well as specialized, texture-modified, and therapeutic diets tailored to residents' needs.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain high culinary standards, ensuring food flavor, optimal temperature, and appealing visual presentation.
• Safety & Compliance: Uphold rigorous food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards across all shifts.
• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with staff to foster a productive, positive, and supportive kitchen culture.

Skills And Experiences

Qualifications & Requirements

• Qualifications: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent qualification).
• Relevant Experience: Proven background in fast-paced kitchens; experience in aged care, healthcare, hospitality, or commercial catering is highly desirable.
• Resident-Focused Approach: Empathetic and dedicated to meeting individual dietary needs and preferences.
• Leadership & Reliability: Self-motivated with strong organizational skills to maintain smooth operations during weekend shifts.

Benefits & What We Offer

• Competitive Remuneration: Hospitality Industry Award rates plus attractive weekend penalty rates
• Meaningful Work: Make a direct, positive impact on the health and happiness of aged care residents daily.
• Work-Life Balance: Consistent, set roster schedules with standard day shifts and no late nights.
• Stable Work Environment: Enjoy structured bulk dining service without high-stress, late-night à la carte demands.
• Career Advancement: Growth and professional development opportunities across a nationwide organization.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a collaborative, respectful, and supportive workplace community.
• Perks & Wellbeing: Exclusive access to 450+ retail discounts, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and uniforms provided.

Who We Are

Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian owned contract catering service provider, operating across multiple sectors (Aged care, Education, Retirement, Retail and Remote services).

Through our values of Care, Pride and Community, we pride ourselves on diversity, work/life balance, providing excellent career opportunities to our employees. We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.

Please Note

As a result of revised standards around health & well-being in the aged care industry, all applicants must have a current year flu vaccination and undertake a National Criminal History Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check.