Demi Chef

Cater Care; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Ongoing training and career devlopment

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounts across 650+ retailers

Job summary

Cater Care in Alphington, VIC is seeking a trade-qualified chef for a permanent, full-time role with a Monday to Friday daytime roster (10:00 am to 6:30 pm). The position offers a negotiable $70,000 per annum plus super, in a facility focused on patient health, nutrition, and presentation.

You will work with a dedicated kitchen team, applying modern techniques, maintaining high food safety standards, and providing professional, client-facing service in a supportive, values-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Trade certification required (Certificate III or equivalent).
• Proven culinary experience or strong desire to learn.
• Modern cooking techniques with ability to present great-looking and tasting food.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with good time management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality patient meals using modern techniques.
• Execute bulk cooking, batch food preparation, and general kitchen duties including dishwashing.
• Guide catering assistants to maintain smooth kitchen workflows.
• Maintain high standards of food safety across all services.
• Work under supervision or independently and show professional service to clients.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Trade Certification in Commercial Cookery (Certificate III or equivalent)

Job description

Step Into a High-Standard Kitchen Offering Genuine Work-Life Balance

Location: Alphington, VIC
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Roster: Monday to Friday, 10:00 am to 6:30 pm (including public holidays)
Remuneration: $70,000 per annum (Negotiable) + Super

If you are a trade-qualified chef looking to step away from chaotic late-night rosters without sacrificing professional standards, this culinary role offers the best of both worlds.

Based in Alphington, you will play an active role in patient health and wellbeing by preparing nutritious, modern, and beautifully presented meals. You will collaborate closely with a dedicated kitchen brigade, bringing contemporary technique, consistency, and professional pride to every service.

What We Offer

• Consistent Monday to Friday daytime roster supporting predictable lifestyle balance
• Relish Discounts across 650+ retails
• Uniform provided, with ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supportive, values-led kitchen culture with high health and safety standards
• Competitive, negotiable salary package with stable full-time hours

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality patient meals using modern cooking techniques to deliver great-looking and tasting food
• Execute precise bulk cooking, batch food preparation, and general kitchen duties including dishwashing
• Guide catering assistants through the day to maintain smooth kitchen workflows
• Maintain high standards and expectations across all food service delivery
• Demonstrate a high standard of care and strict commitment to high food safety standards
• Work effectively under supervision as well as independently and unsupervised
• Provide respectful, professional service with strong client-facing capabilities

About You

• Trade Certification in Commercial Cookery (Certificate III or equivalent)
• Proven culinary experience, or a strong desire to learn and grow within the role
• Modern approach to cooking techniques with an innate ability to present great-looking and tasting food
• Ability to work well in a relaxed, happy, yet professional manner under pressure
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, paired with good time management skills
• High standard of care and unwavering commitment to high food safety standards
• Respectful attitude with good client-facing capabilities and a team-first mindset
• Willingness to complete pre-employment onboarding, including a National Police Check and Flu Vaccination

About Us

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.