Part-Time Aged Care Chef & Kitchen Lead (No Split Shifts)

Contemporary Catering; Victoria; Hybrid; AUD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Learning & development opportunities

Well-being support

Job summary

Contemporary Catering is seeking a Part-Time Chef to lead production and delivery of high-quality meals for aged care facilities across Victoria. You will oversee resident dining, manage kitchen staff, and ensure food safety, WHS and quality standards are met.

Ideal candidates hold Chef qualifications, have aged care experience with texture-modified diets, and possess strong food-cost awareness. We offer development opportunities, staff discounts, and access to confidential well-being support.

Qualifications

• Chef qualifications required.
• Experience in aged care, with understanding of modified textures and dietary needs.
• Knowledge of food cost management and portion control.
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Chef Qualifications

Aged Care Experience

Dietary Texture Knowledge

Food Cost Management

Proactive Improvement

Presentation & Grooming

Job description

Contemporary Catering is seeking a Part-Time Chef to lead production and delivery of high-quality meals for aged care facilities across Victoria. You will oversee resident dining, manage kitchen staff, and ensure food safety, WHS and quality standards are met.

Ideal candidates hold Chef qualifications, have aged care experience with texture-modified diets, and possess strong food-cost awareness. We offer development opportunities, staff discounts, and access to confidential well-being support.