02/01/2026
01/02/2026
Permanent - Full Time
NSW: Sydney
Bar & Beverage,Care Services,Cook,Food & Beverage,Food Safety,Indigenous Participation,Kitchen,Site Management,Supervisor,Trade Qualified - Chef
Job Description
The High Impact Role That Values Your Life Beyond The Kitchen
Position: Chef Manager
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Pay: $80, 000 + Super
Location: Uniting - Kari Court, St Ives
Imagine a Chef role where you’re home every day by 4:00 PM and your weekends are entirely your own.
At Uniting - Kari Court, you will lead a kitchen that provides more than just meals—you'll provide a highlight of our residents' day.
If you are a culinary leader looking for the ultimate work-life balance in St Ives, this is it.
What’s In It For You
- The ultimate lifestyle roster of Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm with no evenings weekends or split shifts.
- Stable career security working for a 100% Australian-owned industry leader with 25 years of experience.
- Real opportunities for professional growth with access to internal training, mentorship, and clear pathways to regional management.
- A fresh perspective in a supportive environment where your culinary creativity and input into menus are genuinely valued.
- All the tools for success including uniforms provided and the chance to lead in a modern well-equipped kitchen.
What You’ll Do
- Manage and inspire a small, dedicated kitchen team to deliver exceptional service.
- Oversee all food preparation, ensuring every meal is nutritious, delicious, and beautifully presented.
- Take ownership of ordering, stock control, and rostering to keep the kitchen running like clockwork.
- Maintain gold-standard HACCP and food safety compliance to ensure resident wellbeing.
- Engage with residents to tailor menus that reflect their tastes and dietary requirements.
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
- Trade qualifications (Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery) are essential.
- Extensive experience in a senior kitchen management or leadership role is required.
- Solid understanding of food safety (HACCP), budgeting, and inventory management is vital.
- Outstanding communication skills and a genuine interest in working within the Aged Care sector are key.
- Current National Police Check and required vaccinations (or willingness to obtain them) are mandatory.
Why Cater Care
Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian-owned contract catering service provider with 25 years of experience.
We operate across multiple sectors including Aged Care, Education, Retail, and Remote Services.
Through our values of Care, Pride, and Community, we pride ourselves on diversity, work/life balance, and providing excellent career opportunities.
We strongly encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.
How To Apply
Ready to take back your weekends? Click "Apply Now" to start your journey with Cater Care.
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