Head Chef - Education Kitchen Leader (School Terms)

Cater Care Group; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Uniform provided

Training and career development

Employee discounts at 650+ retailers

Employee Assistance Program

Australian-owned organisation

Job summary

Cater Care is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen at one of Western Australia’s prestigious schools. You will oversee a dedicated team delivering fresh, nutritious meals to boarding house students while supporting school functions throughout the year.

This is a stable leadership role offering work-life balance with a school-term roster, on-site parking, uniform provided and opportunities for training and development within a 100% Australian-owned organisation.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery and a current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Experience in a leadership role within a fast-paced commercial kitchen.
• Experience in education catering with bulk catering and functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of chefs, kitchen hands and catering staff.
• Create exciting menus for daily meals, events and functions.
• Cook and deliver fresh, delicious meals that fuel students and staff.
• Manage stock, ordering and food cost control.
• Oversee dinner service with a partner chef to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Menu development

Communication

Education

Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Job description

Cater Care is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen at one of Western Australia’s prestigious schools. You will oversee a dedicated team delivering fresh, nutritious meals to boarding house students while supporting school functions throughout the year.

This is a stable leadership role offering work-life balance with a school-term roster, on-site parking, uniform provided and opportunities for training and development within a 100% Australian-owned organisation.