Lead Chef: Texture-Modified Dining & Nutritious Creations

Cater Care; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cater Care in Newcastle, NSW, is seeking an accomplished Lead Chef to elevate resident dining by blending culinary craft with care, including IDDSI texture-modified meals when required. You will lead the kitchen team to deliver nutritious, beautifully presented meals in a community-focused setting.

The role requires a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, experience in high-volume kitchens, and a strong commitment to resident satisfaction and dietary customization.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery required.
• Experience in high-volume kitchens.
• Commitment to resident satisfaction and dietary customization.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team to deliver nutritious, beautifully presented meals.
• Ensure texture-modified meals per IDDSI when required.
• Maintain quality, safety and waste controls while supporting a community-focused environment.

Skills

High-volume kitchens

Team leadership

Menu planning

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Cater Care in Newcastle, NSW, is seeking an accomplished Lead Chef to elevate resident dining by blending culinary craft with care, including IDDSI texture-modified meals when required. You will lead the kitchen team to deliver nutritious, beautifully presented meals in a community-focused setting.

The role requires a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, experience in high-volume kitchens, and a strong commitment to resident satisfaction and dietary customization.