Head Chef

Contemporary Catering; Whittlesea; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Staff rewards program

Job summary

Contemporary Catering is seeking an experienced Head Chef to support the Chef Manager in daily kitchen operations, delivering high-quality meals and an exceptional dining experience for residents. You will lead the kitchen team, manage stock and food costs, and ensure compliance with food safety and WHS standards.

Work closely with facilities and management to continuously improve dining services, with opportunities for growth and professional development within a family-owned business serving

Qualifications

• Experience in aged care with understanding of modified textures and dietary needs.
• Understanding of food cost management and portion control.
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement in kitchen operations.
• Strong personal presentation and grooming standards.
• Commitment to learning, development and internal growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Produce and deliver high-quality meals for residents.
• Oversee resident dining experience and satisfaction.
• Lead and manage kitchen team; ensure smooth operation.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, WHS and quality standards.
• Manage stock control, ordering and food cost management.
• Communicate with facility management, residents and families.

Skills

Chef Qualifications

Aged Care experience

Food cost management

Continuous improvement

Professional presentation

Growth opportunity

Learning and development

Employee assistance program

Job description

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.