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Chef / Cold Larder - Aged Care/Retirement

05/08/2026
05/09/2026
$27.95 - $27.95
Permanent - Part Time
Port Macquarie
Aged Care/Retirement,Care Services,Food & Beverage,Food Safety,Indigenous Participation,Kitchen,Trade Qualified - Chef

Job Description

Location: Lake Cathie Manor, Lake Cathie NSW
Pay: $27.95/hr base + Super
Roster: Part-Time | 7:00am to 2:30pm

We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Cold Larder team member to join our kitchen team at Lake Cathie Manor in Lake Cathie NSW. You'll play an important role in creating a positive dining experience for residents, preparing fresh meals and supporting the smooth operation of our dining service.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and serve cold larder items and assist with food preparation
  • Provide friendly and efficient service to students and staff
  • Maintain stock levels and assist with kitchen organisation
  • Ensure kitchen and dining areas remain clean and well-presented
  • Wash dishes and support daily kitchen operations
  • Follow food safety, hygiene, and workplace health standards
  • Deliver excellent service during busy meal periods

Desired Skills and Experience

About You

  • Have previous experience in a kitchen, hospitality, or food service environment
  • Have experience preparing and serving cold larder items
  • Works efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards
  • Brings a positive attitude and strong teamwork skills
  • Demonstrates excellent personal presentation and hygiene standards
  • Has strong communication skills and a proactive approach to work
  • Experience in an education setting is desirable but not essential

What You'll Enjoy

  • Competitive wage with salary sacrifice options available
  • Employee Benefits: Access to 450+ retail discounts, EAP support, and company-provided uniform
  • Support around further training, licensing and accreditations
  • Structured leadership development program

 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?

If you're looking for a rewarding hospitality role within a supportive school community, we'd love to hear from you.

Click "Apply for this Job" to submit your application. If your skills and experience align with the role, one of our Recruitment Coordinators will be in touch.

No agencies please.

Please Note

Successful applicants will be required to obtain a Working With Children Check and complete a National Criminal History Check as part of the recruitment process.

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