Customer Service,Food Safety,Kitchen,Supervisor,Trade Qualified - Chef
Job Description
About The Role
Join the award-winning team at South Australia’s leading education caterer and take the next step in your culinary career!
Gather by Cater Care is looking for a passionate Full-Time Chef Manager to lead the kitchen at Flinders University Hall - Student Residence in Bedford Park, SA.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll combine your culinary expertise and management skills to deliver high-quality, consistent meals for 200 students. You’ll run a well-structured kitchen, maintain exceptional standards in food presentation and safety, and inspire your team to excel every day.
The site is conveniently located near public transport and offers on-site parking for ease and comfort.
Start Date: Early February 2026
Roster: Monday to Friday, 11:00am - 7:30pm | No work on public holidays.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and motivate an on-site culinary team, including an apprentice, to deliver excellence in every service
Oversee all aspects of food preparation and presentation, ensuring high-quality, nutritious meals for students and staff
Manage and support large-scale cooking operations with efficiency and precision
Drive exceptional customer service and foster a culture of care and professionalism
Ensure compliance with all food hygiene, safety, and quality standards
Oversee the preparation and presentation of texture-modified and special dietary meals
Collaborate with the Operations Manager on recruitment and team development initiatives
Desired Skills and Experience
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
Proven track record in managing large, multifaceted catering operations
Trade-qualified Chef with exceptional culinary skills
Passionate about creating great food and delivering outstanding customer service
Holds a current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or we can arrange one if needed)
Strong organisational, communication, and time-management skills
Leads with confidence, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence in every detail
What’s In It For You
Above Award Pay + Super
Opportunities for Career Progression
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
All successful candidates will be required to satisfy a Working With Children Check and undertake a National Criminal History Check.
