Care Services,Cook,Customer Service,Food Safety,Kitchen,Trade Qualified - Chef
Job Description
About The Role:
Cater Care is seeking a dedicated Casual Chef/Cook to join our team at an aged care facility in Glen Waverley, Victoria.
This role extends beyond food preparation, focusing on the delivery of fresh, nutritious meals that positively contribute to residents’ wellbeing. You will work within a supportive team environment where quality, consistency, and care are highly valued.
If you are seeking a flexible role that supports work-life balance while allowing you to make a meaningful contribution, this is an excellent opportunity.
Roster: Various days & hours (16 hrs/week)
Key Responsibilities:
Create and present fresh, delicious meals for residents and staff
Support daily kitchen operations and bulk meal preparation
Deliver friendly, efficient service with a smile
Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen
Follow food and general safety practices
Prepare and present texture-modified foods with care and precision
Desired Skills and Experience
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Previous experience in a similar role (aged care experience preferred but not essential)
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Excellent communication, time management, and attention to detail
A positive attitude and passion for great food
High standards of presentation and personal hygiene
Perks & Benefits:
Award pay + casual loading & penalty rates
Uniform provided
Staff benefits and retail discounts (450+ stores nationwide!)
Training and support for further skills
Access to EAP services via Acacia Connection
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.
The Next Step:
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:
As a result of revised standards around health & well-being in the aged care industry, all applicants must have a current year flu vaccination and undertake a National Criminal History Check.
