Relief Chef Manager – Victoria | Travel & Accommodation Provided
Posted: 04/06/2026
Closing Date: 06/07/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: VIC: Melbourne
Job Description
Get Paid to Travel, Lead Teams & Make an Impact Across Victoria
Permanent Full-Time Opportunity | Metro & Regional Victoria
Looking for a role that offers more than the same kitchen every day?
Join Cater Care as a Relief Chef Manager and support a diverse portfolio of sites across Victoria. Working across Aged Care, Education, Hospitals, Business & Industry, Residential Facilities and Youth Justice Centres, you'll step into kitchens where your leadership and culinary expertise make an immediate impact.
This unique opportunity combines the stability of a permanent full-time role with the variety of working across multiple locations, teams and sectors.
About The Role
Salary: $80,000 base + $10,000 travel allowance
Additional Benefits: Accommodation and meals provided when working in regional locations
Roster: Full Time | 40 hours per week | Monday to Sunday as required
Location: Victoria (Metro and Regional Travel Required)
Why You'll Love This Role
* Permanent full-time role offering both stability and variety
* Work across a diverse range of catering environments and industries
* Accommodation and meals provided during regional assignments
* Uniforms provided
* Career development and progression opportunities within a national organisation
* Access to discounts with 450+ retailers nationwide
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support available
* Supportive, team-focused and inclusive work culture
Key Responsibilities
* Lead kitchen operations across a variety of Cater Care sites throughout Victoria
* Prepare and deliver high-quality meals, including texture-modified foods
* Manage food production, labour resources and kitchen performance
* Maintain food safety, compliance and quality standards
* Support and lead kitchen teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
Desired Skills and Experience
Who This Role Suits
This role is ideal for:
* Experienced Chef Managers seeking greater variety in their career
* Hospitality leaders who enjoy mentoring and supporting teams
* Chefs who thrive in different environments and adapt quickly
* Professionals who enjoy travel and working across multiple sites
* Strong operators who are equally comfortable cooking and leading a team
* Trade Qualification in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)
* Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
* Valid Driver's Licence and access to a reliable vehicle
* Ability to obtain a Working With Children Check and National Police Check
* Flexibility to travel and work across different locations and sectors
* Must consistently demonstrate respectful and professional conduct with team, clients and customers.
What Will Set You Apart
* Previous Chef Manager or Site Management experience
* Strong knowledge of food and labour cost control
* Experience in aged care catering and texture-modified meals
* Strong leadership, communication and IT skills
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