Aged Care/Retirement,Customer Service,Food Safety,Kitchen,Trade Qualified - Chef
Job Description
Join Our Kitchen Team In Aged Care
Location: Hamilton, Victoria Salary: Circa $80,000 - $90,000 Roster: Monday to Friday | 9:30am - 6:00pm
Cater Care Australia is seeking an experienced and motivated Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations at Lutheran Homes, in Hamilton.
In this hands-on leadership role, you will oversee the day-to-day management of kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, compliance, resident satisfaction, and team performance. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hospitality professional who thrives in a leadership position and is passionate about delivering nutritious, high-quality meals within an aged care environment.
If you're organised, people-focused, and committed to maintaining a well-run kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.
What We Offer
Monday to Friday roster with no split shifts
Excellent work-life balance - home every night
Competitive salary package plus superannuation
Leadership development and career progression opportunities
Ongoing training, licensing, and accreditation support
Employee benefits program with discounts at over 450 retailers nationwide and company-provided uniforms
Key Responsibilities
Lead food preparation, presentation, and daily kitchen operations
Manage food and labour costs to achieve budget targets
Order, control, and maintain stock inventory levels
Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and quality standards
Lead, develop, and support kitchen team members
Prepare texture-modified meals and oversee bulk meal production
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
Relevant Trade Qualification and current Food Safety Supervisor Certification
Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills
Significant experience within hospitality, catering, aged care, or healthcare food services
Ability to work independently and effectively manage priorities
Professional approach to presentation, hygiene, and workplace standards
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.
Ready To Apply?
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If your skills and experience align with the role requirements, one of our Recruitment Coordinators will be in touch. Please note that agency applications will not be accepted.
Important Information
Due to revised standards regarding health and well-being in the aged care industry, all applicants must have a current flu vaccination for the year and undergo a National Criminal History Check. Qualifications will be requested and verified for shortlisted applicants when necessary.
