South Bunbury Community Aged Care is preparing to open its brandnew, purposebuilt 180bed home in November 2026, and we have an exciting chance for a Catering Manager (Chef) to join us. The role is offered on a a full time basis, with a planned start mid October to early September 2026. This is a rare opportunity to be part of the initial commissioning team, helping shape the dining experience and kitchen operations from day one within a stateoftheart commercial kitchen..

We are a friendly, focused, and valuesdriven team, seeking people who live our CARE values: Collaboration | Accountability | Respect | Empathy. Why You’ll Love Working With Us Supportive and welcoming team culture Opportunities to grow as the home establishes and expands Fun team lunches and themed days About The Role We’re looking for a passionate, motivated Chef to lead food services at South Bunbury Community Aged Care. You’ll collaborate with nurses, personal carers, allied health professionals, residents, and families to deliver highquality meals and enjoyable dining experiences in our brandnew home.

About You

You are a qualified Chef with experience across commercial, fine dining, or aged care environments. You bring strong leadership, creativity, and a commitment to delivering safe, highquality food service from the ground up.

You Will Need

Cert III in Commercial Cookery SIT30821 (Essential)





Food Safety Supervisor accreditation (HLTSS00061), issued within the last five years (Essential)

Police Check within 12 months (Essential)

Strong knowledge of catering principles

Proven experience leading and managing catering teams

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work safely within OH&S; and continuous improvement frameworks

Experience designing menus to set budgets and working with suppliers

Ability to manage modified and textured diets A positive, proactive attitude Benefits & Work Culture As a purposedriven, notforprofit organisation, we value and support our staff.

Benefits include: Take home more: Package $18,550 tax-free for living expenses, dining & parking!

Staff discounts at JB HiFi, Endota Spa and more

CommBank Workplace Banking

Modern technology and systems

Staff room facilities and onsite parking

Superannuation salarysacrifice options

Novated leasing through Enlist

HESTA member benefits

Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Our culture is built on compassion, teamwork, and strong leadership. We know that when our staff thrive, our residents benefit.

Apply Now

Take the opportunity to help shape something new. Apply now and become part of the founding team at South Bunbury Community Aged Care.

📌 Catering Manager (Chef) South Bunbury Community Aged Care (Australia)
🏢 For Purpose Aged Care Australia
📍 Australia