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 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:
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.
