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Chef Manager - Education/University

02/03/2026
04/04/2026
Permanent - Part Time
VIC: Melbourne
Customer Service,Food Safety,Kitchen,Supervisor,Trade Qualified - Chef

Job Description

Take Charge of the Kitchen - No Weekends, Term-Time Only

Position: Part-Time
Salary: $75K + Super (negotiable)
Schedule: Term-time only (41 weeks)
Hours: Monday - Friday | 1:00pm - 8:30pm

We’re seeking a passionate Chef Manager to lead our Parkville education site. You’ll be the master of your own creations, working independently during the week and handing over to the weekend chef while ensuring quality, consistency, and a positive kitchen culture. You’ll prepare afternoon tea and dinner for 30+ students and staff.

Enjoy meaningful leadership, genuine work-life balance, and school holidays off to spend time with your family.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the kitchen independently during the week, ensuring quality, consistency, and a positive kitchen culture
  • Plan and prepare afternoon tea and dinner for 30+ students and staff, taking into account dietary requirements and preferences
  • Hand over kitchen operations smoothly to the weekend chef while maintaining high standards
  • Develop seasonal menus that balance creativity, nutrition, and enjoyment for students and staff
  • Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and school policies at all times

Desired Skills and Experience

What We’re Looking For

  • Recognised Chef Trade Qualification required
  • Current Food Safety Supervisor certification
  • Proven track record serving high-quality meals in a high-volume environment
  • Strong knowledge of catering in a school or educational setting, including dietary needs (desirable)
  • Excellent communication, organisational skills, and commitment to quality

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary package
  • 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

We have a unique culture that can only be attributed to the people that work for us. To assist you in deciding whether you would like to work for us, please head over to our website to view our EVP, Values, The Cater Care Way and Employee Benefits.

Cater Care values Workplace Diversity, and we recognise that we are strengthened by it. We invite all to apply to our roles, and we encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.

Next Steps

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 and undertake a National Criminal History Check. Qualifications will be requested and checked for shortlisted applicants when required.

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