Customer Service,Food Safety,Kitchen,Supervisor,Trade Qualified - Chef
Job Description
Location: Parkville Youth Justice Job Type: Permanent - Full Time Salary: $85k + Super Roster: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
About The Role
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Chef Manager to lead our catering operations at Parkville Youth Justice. This is a hands-on leadership position where your expertise will extend beyond delivering exceptional meals - you will help foster a supportive and structured environment through consistency, care, and professionalism.
You will guide and inspire a close-knit team, uphold the highest standards of quality and compliance, and cultivate a positive kitchen culture. This role offers genuine work-life balance and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a purpose-driven setting.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor and motivate the team to achieve optimal outcomes
Prepare and present fresh, high-quality meals at scale
Oversee the preparation and service of special dietary requirements
Ensure full compliance with food safety standards and regulations
Deliver efficient, professional service in a structured environment
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) with proven experience in a high-volume kitchen
Previous experience in a similar leadership role, ideally within contract catering or bulk cooking (desirable)
Food Safety Supervisor certification
Strong communication, organisation and time management skills
A proactive, positive approach with a genuine passion for quality food and team leadership
What We Offer
Opportunities for career advancement
Uniform provided
Staff benefits and retail discounts across 450+ stores nationwide
Ongoing training and support to enhance your skills
Access to Employee Assistance Program (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 Note
Successful applicants must hold (or be willing to obtain) a valid Working With Children Check
Ability to successfully complete a National Criminal History Check
Current driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
