The Opportunity: Join Cater Care as a Chef at the University of Newcastle, Callaghan Campus. This is a unique opportunity to bring your culinary creativity to a calm, community-based environment – with built-in time to rest and recharge. Part-time 4-day roster : Saturday to Tuesday Hours : 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM Potential to transition to full-time Accessible location : Bus stop on University Drive Competitive hourly rates : $32–$52 depending on day This Role Suits Your Lifestyle This position aligns with the university calendar, with operations paused for 17 weeks each year during academic breaks. It’s ideal for: 1. Chefs who value structured downtime 2. Parents or carers needing predictable schedules 3. Professionals balancing study, passion projects or side hustles 4. Those who want to bring their best energy during term time and enjoy genuine breaks in between When we’re on, we go all-in—when we pause, you have time for life. Your Day-to-Day: Prepare & present fresh, quality meals for students and staff Support menu development with creativity & flair Maintain clean, organised kitchen spaces Stock ordering, rotation, merchandising & stocktaking Deliver efficient service with a positive, professional attitude Who We’re Looking For: A qualified Chef with previous experience in a similar role Someone who brings warmth, energy & reliability to the kitchen A great communicator with strong time management Holds a NSW Food Safety Certificate Committed to food safety and kitchen hygiene What We Offer: Competitive salary salary sacrifice options Access to training, licensing & accreditations Opportunities to grow into full-time or leadership positions Discounts across major retailers A workplace where diversity, culture, and community are celebrated Who We Are: Cater Care is a 100% Australian-owned hospitality company. We deliver fresh, honest food services across aged care, education, and remote sectors. Through our values of Care, Pride, and Community, we foster a workplace where people feel connected, supported, and valued. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and proudly support First Nations jobseekers. Ready to Apply? Click Apply for this job. If your background aligns with our criteria, our recruitment team will be in touch. No agencies, please.