Chefs - Geelong & Regional Surrounds

Crewe Sharp Pty; Geelong; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Starter Bonus

Weekly payroll

Shift app for shifts and timesheets

Flexible shifts

Immediate start opportunities

Local branch support

Referral Bonus Program

Locations convenient to you

Job summary

Crewe Sharp Pty is seeking an experienced Chef to support Residential Aged Care Facilities in Geelong and surrounding regions, leading kitchen operations and ensuring meals meet safety and quality standards.

We offer flexible shifts (full-time, part-time, or extra shifts), a user-friendly app for shifts and timesheets, and immediate start opportunities with local branch support and a starter bonus.

Qualifications

• Experience running a kitchen in an aged care setting.
• Ability to lead day-to-day production with kitchen hands.
• Commitment to food safety and high-quality presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals safely to meet quality standards.
• Maintain high standards of taste and presentation; ensure freshness.
• Supervise kitchen staff and enforce food safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations in aged care facilities.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Aged care cooking

Team supervision

Time management

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Diploma in Hospitality (optional)

Tools

Shift app

Job description

Are you an experienced chef looking for flexibility, support, and meaningful work? Join one of Australia’s most trusted Nursing Agencies – Crewe Sharp – and enjoy the benefits of working on your terms.

We are currently seeking chefs to support Residential Aged Care Facilities in Geelong and surrounding regional areas. Whether you’re looking for full-time hours, part-time flexibility, or extra shifts to boost your income, we have consistent opportunities available, with short-term contracts also available.

What We Offer

• $200 New Starter Bonus (conditions apply)
• Competitive industry pay rates with weekly payroll
• Simple, easy-to-use app for accepting shifts and submitting timesheets
• Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle and availability
• Consistent flow of work and immediate start opportunities
• Dedicated support from your local branch team
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Work in locations convenient to you

Why Choose Crewe Sharp?

At Crewe Sharp, we focus on people, quality, and care. We’ve built our reputation on providing high-standard, compassionate staff – and we value the work you do. Our team takes the time to understand your needs and support your career, because we know our strength lies in our people.

About You

You will have experience running a kitchen within an Aged Care Facility which will ensure you feel comfortable stepping in to manage all facets of Food Services. You will have the ability to lead the day-to-day production with the assistance of kitchen hands and accept responsibility for the smooth running of the kitchen.

The Role

• Prepare and cook meals, ensuring that food is prepared safely and hygienically, and that it meets quality standards.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation, and inspect food supplies to ensure freshness and suitability for consumption.
• Supervise kitchen staff and ensure that they follow food safety protocols and hygiene standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and other relevant legislation governing food service in Aged Care Facilities.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 months paid experience in Aged Care
• Minimum of Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or Cert IV in Commercial cookery/ Diploma in hospitality)
• Food Safety and Handling Certificate
• Valid National Police Check
• Fully COVID-19 vaccinated (in line with state requirements)
• Valid driver’s licence, reliable vehicle, and mobile phone

Willing to work short-term contracts across Regional Victoria

Crewe Sharp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.