Our Home: Our Groundwater Lodge community is set in the heart of the well-preserved colonial architectural town of Maryborough. Our 60 bed home is divided into smaller households that mirror the look and rhythm of home with vast communal areas where our residents can enjoy their own homestyle lounge, dining and kitchen areas with a private backyard for their established gardens and veggie patches.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Catering Manager / Head Chef to join our aged care facility in a full-time, Monday to Friday role. In this hands‐on position, you will lead the kitchen team in delivering high‐quality, nutritious meals that support the health and wellbeing of our residents. You will oversee menu planning, stock control, and compliance with food safety standards, ensuring every meal is prepared with care, flavour, and variety. As the leader of day‐to‐day kitchen operations, you will supervise and roster catering staff while fostering a positive and collaborative team culture. With a strong focus on fresh, homestyle cooking, you will work closely with residents and care staff to accommodate individual dietary needs and create a dining experience that truly feels like home.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the catering team to maintain consistently high standards in food preparation and service
* Plan and create seasonal, nutritious, and appetising menus that meet residents' dietary needs and preferences
* Ensure full compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards, food safety regulations, and HACCP requirements
* Engage with residents to understand their meal preferences and continuously enhance the dining experience
* Oversee kitchen operations, including budgeting, stock control, and staff training, to ensure efficiency and quality
What You'll Bring
* Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or higher
* Food Safety Certificate (mandatory)
* Minimum two years of experience in a similar catering or chef role
* Strong leadership skills with experience in managing a kitchen team
* Knowledge of aged care dietary requirements, including texture‐modified diets and food-based supplementation
* A passion for providing high‐quality meals that contribute to a homely and enjoyable dining environment
* Hold a current NDIS Check (or willing to obtain)
What's in it for you?
* Competitive Compensation: $65,000 – $75,000 per year, depending on experience, plus 12% superannuation and leave loading
* Not for Profit Salary Packaging: Options of up to $15,900 Tax‐Free + Meals & Entertainment – https://nationalsalarypackaging.com.au/
* Care Friends: Refer friends, earn points, and turn them into cash. It's our way of saying thank you for bringing great people on board!
* Employee Support: An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family. With 24/7 access to a range of benefits
* Career Development: Nurture your professional growth through Onsite & Online professional development programs, providing pathways for advancement within our organization
* Award‐Winning Culture: Be part of a team that values excellence and is recognized for its award‐winning culture programs
Interested?
We would love to hear from you! Click Apply Now and include your resume and cover letter, demonstrating your suitability against the above selection criteria.
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and we reserve the right to close this vacancy once an offer of employment has been accepted.
PresCare:
At PresCare, our mission is to provide the highest quality residential aged care in environments that embody the essence of home. You will experience charm, history, and the warmth of Maryborough - it's more than a place; it's an invitation to create your own remarkable story!
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