Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Horsham, Victoria

Salary: $85,000 per annum + Super

Retention Bonus: $1,500 after 3 months and $1,500 after 6 months

Roster: Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Cater Care Australia is seeking an experienced and motivated Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations at our aged care residence in Horsham. This hands‑on leadership role is responsible for overseeing the day‑to‑day running of the kitchen, ensuring exceptional food quality, compliance with food safety standards, resident satisfaction, and strong team performance.

What We Offer

- Monday to Friday roster with no split shifts, providing an excellent work‑life balance and evenings at home.
- Competitive salary package plus superannuation, with a $1,500 retention bonus after 3 months and $1,500 after 6 months.
- Uniform provided, along with ongoing training and career development opportunities.
- Employee discounts at over 450 retailers and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential health and wellbeing support.

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

- Relevant Trade Qualification and current Food Safety Supervisor Certification.
- Previous experience managing kitchen operations and/or hospitality sites.
- Solid 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.

Requirements

All applicants must have a current flu vaccination for the year and undergo a National Criminal History Check.

We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.

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