Chef Manager

1 week ago

Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia Cater Care Full time $85,000 per year

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: VIC: Western Victoria (Warrnambool, Horsham)

Job Category: Food & Beverage,Food Safety,Trade Qualified - Chef

We're seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead the catering operations at our aged care facility in Hamilton, VIC. This is more than just a kitchen leadership role — it's an opportunity to enrich lives through food. We are open to sponsoring the right applicant for this role.

  • Roster & Salary: Monday to Friday 6.30am to 3pm, circa $85,000
  • Retention bonus of $1,500 at 3 months and a further $1,500 at 6 months.

Job Description
What you'll do:

  • Lead and inspire a dedicated catering team to deliver high-quality, flavoursome meals
  • Plan and execute seasonal menus that meet residents' tastes, preferences, and dietary needs
  • Ensure compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards and all relevant food safety regulations
  • Manage budgets, ordering, and rostering while maintaining cost-efficiency
  • Build strong, positive relationships with residents, their families, and the care team

Desired Skills And Experience
What we're looking for:

  • Proven experience as a Chef Manager, Head Chef, or similar leadership role in aged care
  • A genuine passion for food and the joy it brings to people
  • Strong knowledge of aged care catering requirements, including IDDSI and specialised diets
  • Understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards and commitment to compliance
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, and organisational skills

What's in it for you?

  • Competitive salary and incentives (retention bonus)
  • Structured leadership development program
  • A suite of discounts across major companies
  • Support around further training and personal development, licensing and accreditations
  • On site car parking
  • Sponsorship opportunity

Who We Are
We have a unique culture that can only be attributed to the people that work for us. To assist you in deciding whether you would like to work for us, please head over to our website to view our EVP, Values, The Cater Care Way and Employee Benefits.

Cater Care values Workplace Diversity, and we recognise that we are strengthened by it. We invite all to apply to our roles, and we encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.

To Apply
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
As a result of revised standards around health & well-being in the aged care industry, all applicants must have a current year flu vaccination and undertake a National Criminal History Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check. Qualifications will be requested and checked for shortlisted applicants when required.

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