Weekend Chef

Contemporary Catering; Sydney; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Exclusive staff discounts

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Contemporary Catering is seeking an experienced kitchen leader to oversee production and delivery of high-quality meals for aged care facilities. You will lead a dedicated kitchen team, ensure smooth operations, and manage food safety, WHS, and quality compliance while controlling stock and food costs.

You will bring chef qualifications and experience in aged care, with a proactive approach to continuous improvement and strong presentation.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Chef Qualifications

Aged Care Experience

Food Cost Management

Continuous Improvement

Presentation & Grooming

Growth Opportunities

Employee Support Programs

Job description

Contemporary Cateringis 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

• 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.

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