About us Medical & Aged Care Group (MACG) is a family-owned organisation established in 1995 and one of Victoria’s leading privately owned aged care providers. We build meaningful relationships with residents, families, and staff - creating communities where everyone feels valued. About the role Reporting to the Home Manager, the Chef Manager oversees all kitchen and food service operations. Key responsibilities include: Leading, mentoring, and managing the kitchen and food services team Preparing and overseeing high-quality, nutritious meals aligned with residents’ dietary needs Managing specialised diets, supplements, and texture-modified foods Menu planning in consultation with residents and clinical teams Managing food orders, stock control, and budgets Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and aged care accreditation standards Conducting audits and contributing to continuous improvement and accreditation processes You are an organised, hands-on leader with strong communication skills and a genuine passion for aged care. You lead by example, manage people and priorities effectively, and foster a positive team culture. Requirements Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery Experience overseeing a fast paced, multiservice kitchen Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (preferred) Sound understanding of Aged Care Standards, accreditation, and continuous improvement Proven people leadership and budget management experience Knowledge of food safety standards and aged care accreditation requirements Current Police Check and COVID-19 vaccinations Our Values Unified by our commitment to providing superior care, our values see our divers team collaborate to deliver on our promise to our residents: Compassion : generous spirit, welcoming hospitality, connect. Integrity : honest, trustworthy and ethical in all that we do. Dignity : True worth of every individual. Diversity : Value uniqueness of each person. Accountable : we are accountable of all actions and outcomes to residents, their carers families and those who fund, govern and support us. Family : it is in how we think, behave and talk. It is reflected in the environments and experiences we create. Respect : We promote care, compassion and consideration with residents, their carers, families and each other. Why work with us Supportive culture demonstrating the core values, Confidential EAP Support, Learning and development opportunities, Onsite parking, Coffee, biscuits and events to enjoy. If you are a passionate food services leader ready to make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!