Chef | Day Shifts | Education Facility | Newcastle
31/03/2025
30/04/2025
Permanent - Part Time
Newcastle
Customer Service,Trade Qualified - Chef
The Opportunity:
Join Cater Care as a Chef at the University of Newcastle, Callaghan Campus. This is a unique opportunity to bring your culinary creativity to a calm, community-based environment – with built-in time to rest and recharge.
Part-time 4-day roster: Saturday to Tuesday Hours: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM Potential to transition to full-time Accessible location: Bus stop on University Drive Competitive hourly rates: $32–$52 depending on day
This Role Suits Your Lifestyle
This position aligns with the university calendar, with operations paused for 17 weeks each year during academic breaks. It’s ideal for:
1. Chefs who value structured downtime
2. Parents or carers needing predictable schedules
3. Professionals balancing study, passion projects or side hustles
4. Those who want to bring their best energy during term time and enjoy genuine breaks in between
When we’re on, we go all-in—when we pause, you have time for life.
Job Description
Your Day-to-Day:
Prepare & present fresh, quality meals for students and staff
Support menu development with creativity & flair
Maintain clean, organised kitchen spaces
Stock ordering, rotation, merchandising & stocktaking
Deliver efficient service with a positive, professional attitude
Who We’re Looking For:
A qualified Chef with previous experience in a similar role
Someone who brings warmth, energy & reliability to the kitchen
A great communicator with strong time management
Holds a NSW Food Safety Certificate
Committed to food safety and kitchen hygiene
What We Offer:
Competitive salary + salary sacrifice options
Access to training, licensing & accreditations
Opportunities to grow into full-time or leadership positions
Discounts across major retailers
A workplace where diversity, culture, and community are celebrated
Desired Skills and Experience
Who We Are: Cater Care is a 100% Australian-owned hospitality company. We deliver fresh, honest food services across aged care, education, and remote sectors. Through our values of Care, Pride, and Community, we foster a workplace where people feel connected, supported, and valued.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and proudly support First Nations jobseekers.
Ready to Apply?
Click Apply for this job. If your background aligns with our criteria, our recruitment team will be in touch. No agencies, please.
