Catering Industries Pty Ltdis a leading provider of contracted hospitality services (catering, cleaning and laundry) to Australia's health and aged care, education, government, corporate and resources sector.
We currently employ over 1,800 personnel across various operations in our active market.
About the role
Bring Your Passion for Cooking to a Role That Truly Matters
Are you ready to make a meaningful difference through food?
We're on the lookout for a passionateCasual Chefto join our team at a welcoming aged care facility inLavington, NSW, working alongside our dedicated Chef Manager.
In this role, you won't just be cooking—you'll be creatingfresh, nourishing meals that uplift residents' health, comfort, and wellbeing.
Every dish you prepare plays a part in building a warm, caring environment where people feel at home.
? Why You'll Love This Role
Enjoy aconsistent, predictable roster
Be part of asupportive team with hands-on leadership
Make a real difference—bring joy and comfort through food
Work in astable, well-organized environment
? Competitive pay:$36/hr + super($45hr Mon–Fri for casual role)
?? What We're Looking For
Apassionate chefwho takes pride in high-quality, nutritious cooking
Someone who thrives in acaring, community-focused environment
Areliable team playerwith a positive, can-do attitude
? Roster
4–6 days per fortnight that starts from 7:30am till 6:00pm.
Additional shifts available to cover annual leave.
✅ Mandatory Requirement
CurrentPolice Check, or willingness to obtain one
Skills and experience
3+ years' experience in a similar role -aged care experience highly regarded.
Cert III in commercial cookery desirable




Experience in large volume cooking as well as work autonomously and in group settings
Reliable and punctual
Collaborative and team player
Ability to multi-task and perform work within deadlines.
Experienced in ordering, delivery and handling/control of stock.
Empathy and respect towards aged care residents, staff and clients.
High level of QA, WH&S;, HACCP and Food Safety knowledge.
Must have reliable transport.
Key responsibilities
Ability to produce high-quality meals in line with aged care food service/HACCP guidelines, Quality Assurance procedures including low and high care residents.
Assisting in menu design, changes and implementation.
Assist with putting away of deliveries & general kitchen clean up duties.
Good all-rounder in kitchen i.e. scones, cakes, desserts, soups.
Responsible for preparation of special diets such as puree, gluten free and texture modified etc.
Excellent organization skills and the ability to multi-task.
Function within a busy kitchen whilst working harmoniously with the team.
Benefits and perks
The successful applicant will be offered a competitive hourly rate plus penalty loadings as per Hospitality Award.
You will also receive comprehensive training to perform your role in a satisfactory manner.
Our recent Staff Benefits program where you will have access to over 100+ retail discounts!
Why work with Catering Industries?
We are a family owned and operated business where our people are our backbone and it's their passion and dedication that has attributed to our substantial organic growth over the past 45 years.
We emphasize a culture of service excellence, where our core values ofCARE, COMMITMENT, INTEGRITY & TRUSTare expected of all employees.

📌 Chef - Aged Care (Sydney)
🏢 Catering Industries
📍 Sydney