Commis Chef/Demi Chef - Education | Parkville, VIC
27/01/2026
27/02/2026
Permanent - Full Time
VIC: Melbourne
Food Safety,Kitchen,Trade Qualified - Chef
Job Description
About the role:
Join Cater Care as a Full-Time Commis/Demi Chef at our Parkville education site!
You’ll work alongside a close-knit team to prepare meals for the school’s boarding and retail community. This hands-on role involves ingredient prep, following recipes, assisting senior chefs, managing stock, and keeping your workstation spotless - all while maintaining the highest hygiene and food safety standards in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Salary: $30/hr base rate + Super (Negotiable for the right candidate, with potential for additional hours.)
Roster:
Mon: 9:30 - 17:30
Tue & Thu: 6:30 - 15:00
Wed: 11:00 - 19:00
Fri: 14:00 - 19:00
What this role involves:
Assist in the preparation and service of fresh, nutritious meals, including bulk cooking
Support kitchen operations by performing various tasks such as dishwashing and cleaning kitchen and dining areas
Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workspace in compliance with health and safety regulations
Work independently while delivering excellent customer service
Collaborate with the kitchen team as needed
Desired Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate will have:
Previous experience assisting in kitchens and food preparation
Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
Experience in school catering (desirable)
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Strong communication, time management, and attention to detail
Perks & benefits:
Uniform provided
Opportunities for Career Progression
Additional benefits specific to the school, such as school holidays, etc.
Staff benefits and retail discounts (450+ stores nationwide!)
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.
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.
