Chef Manager - Walkerville

Cater Care; Walkerville (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hospitality award rates + superann 

Uniform provided & ongoing training

Employee discounts across 650+ outlets

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Cater Care is seeking a passionate Chef Manager to lead our Walkerville kitchen. This hands-on leadership role combines culinary expertise with people and operational skills to deliver quality food and outstanding dining experiences daily.

You will own the daily kitchen operation, lead and develop your team, ensure high standards of food quality, safety and hygiene, and maintain smooth service with a focus on efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must have leadership experience in a kitchen environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and compliance.
• Experience in menu planning, food preparation and presentation.
• Ability to manage stock, inventory and food costs with waste minimisation.
• Excellent communication and ability to engage with customers in an open kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operation, including team scheduling, workflow and service delivery.
• Oversee menu planning, food preparation and presentation to ensure high quality.
• Manage stock ordering, inventory and food costs, focusing on minimising waste.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, cleanliness and compliance.
• Lead by example in an open-kitchen environment and engage with customers.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Kitchen management

Education

Trade Qualification + Food Safety Supervisor Certification

Job description

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Walkerville

Job Category: Chef Manager,Commercial Kitchen,Customer Service,Food Safety,Food Safety Supervisor,Food Service,Indigenous Participation,Trade Qualified - Chef

Location: Walkerville, Victoria

Roster: Monday to Friday, 9:30 am - 6:00 pm

Salary: $87,000 + Super

Lead The Kitchen. Elevate The Dining Experience.

Cater Care is looking for a passionate Chef Manager to lead our kitchen team in Walkerville. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll combine your culinary expertise with strong people and operational skills to deliver quality food and exceptional dining experiences every day.

You’ll take ownership of the daily kitchen operation, lead and develop your team, maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, food safety and hygiene, and ensure a smooth and efficient service.

What We Offer

• Hospitality Award rates plus superannuation


• Monday to Friday roster with no split shifts - enjoy evenings free and a great work-life balance


• Uniform provided, plus ongoing training and career development opportunities


• Employee discounts across 650+ retailers


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential support

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day kitchen operation, including team scheduling, workflow and service delivery


• Oversee menu planning, food preparation and presentation, ensuring consistently high standards of quality and taste


• Manage stock ordering, inventory and food costs, with a strong focus on minimising waste


• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, cleanliness and compliance across the kitchen


• Lead by example in an open-kitchen environment, engaging professionally with customers and supporting the wider hospitality team as required

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experienced Chef Manager, or Senior Cook holding relevant Trade Qualification and Food Safety Supervisor Certification


• Demonstrated capability in leading small teams, managing daily kitchen workflows, and maintaining operational efficiency


• Well‑organised multi‑tasker with strong verbal communication skills and basic proficiency in Google Workspace


• Dedicated to maintaining superior food quality, presentation, and workplace safety standards at all times


• Positive, approachable, and flexible professional who thrives in an open kitchen and readily assists across overall business operations

Please Note

Successful applicants must have a current‑year flu vaccination and be willing to undergo a National Criminal History Check and complete a Working with Children Check.

About Us

Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian owned contract catering service provider, operating across multiple sectors (Aged care, Education, Retirement, Retail and Remote services).

Through our values of Care, Pride and Community, we pride ourselves on diversity, work/life balance, providing excellent career opportunities to our employees. We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.

Job Ref: 5951