Lead Aged Care Chef: IDDSI-Savvy Kitchen (Weekend)

Cater Care Group; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice options

Discounts across major companies

Training & accreditations

Leadership development program

Job summary

Cater Care Group is seeking a Chef to lead our kitchen, ensuring delicious, nutritious meals for residents in a warm, community-focused environment. You will oversee daily meal services and ensure texture-modified diets are prepared to high standards.

The role requires a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, experience in high-volume kitchens, and a strong commitment to resident-focused care. Weekend shifts and ongoing leadership development are available.

Qualifications

• Lead kitchen operations in a high-volume aged care setting.
• Prepare standard menus and texture-modified diets with precision and dignity.
• Demonstrate empathy and flexibility to meet residents’ dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily meal services to ensure smooth, efficient operations.
• Prepare menus and texture-modified options with attention to nutrition and taste.
• Ensure dishes meet standards for taste, nutrition, temperature and presentation.
• Uphold kitchen hygiene, sanitation and food safety documentation.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Texture Modified Diets

Resident-Focused Care

Autonomous Leadership

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Cater Care Group is seeking a Chef to lead our kitchen, ensuring delicious, nutritious meals for residents in a warm, community-focused environment. You will oversee daily meal services and ensure texture-modified diets are prepared to high standards.

The role requires a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, experience in high-volume kitchens, and a strong commitment to resident-focused care. Weekend shifts and ongoing leadership development are available.