Chef Manager | High-Profile University Residence (Bedford Park)
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Chef Manager | High-Profile University Residence (Bedford Park)
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* Enjoy a chef role with work life balance and long holidays
* Pursue a career in Management
* Join a 100% Australian Owned & Operated company
* Competitive salary with salary sacrifice options available
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: SA: Adelaide
Job Category: Communications,Customer Service,Kitchen,Supervisor
* Enjoy a chef role with work life balance and long holidays
* Pursue a career in Management
* Join a 100% Australian Owned & Operated company
* Competitive salary with salary sacrifice options available
Job Description
Join our team!
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Chef Manager to join one of the fastest-growing catering companies in Australia. This is your chance to build a genuine career in the hospitality industry with a supportive, family-friendly workplace that offers training, career development, and the stability of a growing national organisation.
About
About the role:
We are seeking a hands-on Chef Manager to lead the catering operation at our university residence in Bedford Park. This dynamic role involves overseeing the daily food service for 200+ university students, managing a dedicated team, and delivering high-quality, innovative meals while ensuring excellence in service.
This role is diverse, fast-paced, and rewarding. It is ideal for a hospitality professional with a strong background in hands-on cooking and management, particularly in the education sector.
Roster: Monday to Friday 11:00 am to 7:30 pm
What We Offer
* Structured leadership development program.
* A suite of exclusive discounts across major companies.
* Support around further training, licensing and accreditations.
* Work in a supportive and professional environment.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
* Deliver an outstanding culinary experience for students through innovative, high-quality meals
* Supervise, lead, and manage the catering team, including rostering
* Liaise with clients for function planning and costs
* Design and implement menus that cater to a range of dietary and cultural needs, ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
* Oversee food service operations, maintaining exceptional quality and consistency
* Manage budgets, including labour and food costs, stock control, and financial reporting
* Build and nurture relationships with residents, staff, clients, and management
* Ensure strict adherence to Food Safety, HACCP, and WHS principles, including timely and accurate completion of all documentation
Desired Skills And Experience
Essential criteria:
* Proven track record in managing large, multifaceted catering operations
* Trade-qualified Chef with exceptional culinary skills
* Food Safety Supervisor certification
* Passion for creating great food and delivering outstanding customer service
* Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with various stakeholders
* Comprehensive knowledge of Food Safety standards and procedures
* Proven ability to lead and develop a team
* A commitment to personal hygiene, presentation, and professionalism
* Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate & a valid Driver’s Licence
Who We Are
Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian owned contract catering service provider, operating across multiple sectors (Aged care, Education, Retirement, Retail and Remote services).
Through our values of Care, Pride and Community, we pride ourselves on diversity, work/life balance, providing excellent career opportunities to our employees. We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.
To Apply
Please click “Apply for this job”. If your work history aligns with the key selection criteria for the role, one of our recruitment coordinators will be in touch. Please, no agencies.
Please Note
All successful candidates will be required to satisfy a Working With Children Check. Qualifications will be requested and checked for shortlisted applicants when required.
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