Chef Manager Position
Located in Wagga Wagga, this permanent full-time role offers great hours and excellent job security within a leading non-profit organisation.
About BaptistCare NSW/ACT
The BaptistCare Caloola Centre is situated amidst the peaceful bushland of Wagga Wagga, providing high-quality support to a cherished community on beautifully landscaped gardens adjacent to local shops, clubs, and church facilities.
This 70-room facility delivers specialist palliative care as well as secure living arrangements for individuals with dementia, featuring an innovative sensory garden that creates a safe and stimulating outdoor environment.
About the Role
Under the supervision of the Residential Manager, you will oversee staff and resources to provide exceptional food services, prioritising resident satisfaction and safety.
Duties include:
* Managing commercial cooking operations and supervising staff
* Rostering, ordering, invoicing, and auditing
* Stock control, menu planning, and adhering to quality standards
* Ensuring high-quality meal presentation for residents
* Mid-to-high quantity cooking for leave cover, catering to 90 clients
About You
We seek a candidate with:
* A minimum of 5 years' experience as a chef in a large catering or multi-outlet environment
* A qualification in Commercial Cookery, such as Certificate III of Proficiency, or equivalent certification (e.g., armed forces qualifications)
* Demonstrated knowledge of HACCP, FSANZ, and NSW Food Authority standards and principles
* Experience in managing high-quality food services, including fine dining restaurants
* Proven leadership skills in kitchen management, staff development, financial control, and customer service
* Familiarity with preparing menus according to dietary requirements
* Effective oral and written communication skills
Benefits
This role offers:
* Salary packaging and meal entertainment card
* Medibank Health insurance corporate discount
* Access to in-house and online training programs
* A supportive team environment
* Family-friendly benefits, including EAP and Flourish programs
If you are a passionate, qualified chef with strong communication, organisational, and time management skills, we encourage you to apply. Successful applicants will undergo various background checks.