Head Chef

Contemporary Catering; Whittlesea; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Staff discounts

Job summary

Contemporary Catering is seeking an experienced and motivated Head Chef to support the Chef Manager in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring the delivery of high-quality meals and an exceptional dining experience for residents.

Based in Victoria, you will lead the kitchen team, manage food safety, WHS, stock, and food cost, and collaborate with facility management, residents and families to uphold service standards and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in aged care with modified texture and dietary needs.
• Understanding of food cost management.
• Proven leadership/management experience in a kitchen environment.
• Strong commitment to food safety and WHS compliance.

Responsibilities

• Production and delivery of high-quality meals.
• Oversee and support resident dining experience.
• Lead & manage kitchen team to ensure smooth operation.
• Manage compliance related to food safety, WHS and quality.
• Stock control and ordering.
• Food cost management and menu costing.
• Communicate with facility management, residents and families.

Job description

Posted Sunday 8 November 2026 at 1:00 pm

• Full Time Role
• Friendly and Supportive Team

Contemporary Catering is a family owned and run business providing specialist catering services into Aged Care facilities of the highest standard since 1992. We operate in over 40 locations throughout Victoria and New South Wales employing over 700 staff. We offer Opportunities for career development and progression.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Head Chef to support the Chef Manager in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring the delivery of high-quality meals and an exceptional dining experience for residents.

Working closely with the Chef Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Production and delivery of high-quality meals
• Oversee and support resident dining experience
• Lead & manage kitchen team, ensuring a smooth operation.
• Manage compliance related to food safety, WHS and quality.
• Stock control and ordering
• Food cost management
• Communicate with facility management, residents and families

What you will bring:

• Chef Qualifications
• Experience within Aged Care with a strong understanding of modified texture and dietary needs
• Understanding of food cost management.
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement
• Strong personal presentation and grooming skills
• Internal transfers and opportunity for growth
• Learning and personal development opportunities
• Access to our free and confidential Employee Assistant Program for mental health and well-being support.
• Exclusive staff discounts and rewards program, giving you access to save on everyday products and services.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values and respects diversity and inclusion.