Chef Manager – Aged Care Catering
Location: Jesmond, NSW
Job Type: Full Time (Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM)
Salary: $76,515 - $90,000 + Super
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations at an aged care facility in Jesmond. This hands‐on leadership role is responsible for delivering high‐quality, nutritious meals that meet the dietary needs of residents while ensuring a safe, compliant, and well‐run kitchen environment that supports overall resident well‐being.
What We Offer
* Work‐life balance – daytime hours only (no late nights or split shifts)
* Stable Monday‐Friday roster
* Supportive team culture
* Career progression within a national organisation
* Access to employee benefits, including discounts at 450+ retailers
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Uniform provided
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, mentor, and develop a small kitchen team
* Manage bulk meal production, including texture‐modified meals
* Plan and deliver seasonal menus aligned with dietary and resident needs
* Oversee kitchen operations: budgeting, ordering, stock control, and rostering
* Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and food safety regulations
* Build positive relationships with residents, families, and care staff
Desired Skills and Experience
* Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)
* Current Food Safety Supervisor Certification
* Proven experience leading a culinary team in a high‐volume catering environment
* Experience in aged care, healthcare, or similar environments (highly regarded)
* Demonstrated leadership, communication, and organisational skills with the ability to manage a fast‐paced kitchen
Eligibility & EEO
All applicants must have a current year flu vaccination and undertake a National Criminal History Check. We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.
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