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
Looking for a role where your culinary skills genuinely make a difference?
We're searching for a passionatePart‐Time Chefto join our friendly team at a reputable aged care facility in Merewether.
Reporting to our Chef Manager, you'll prepare fresh, nutritious meals that support residents' health and wellbeing- while working in a positive, team‐focused environment.
Why You'll Love This Role
Consistent weekend roster
Supportive team and onsite leadership
The chance to bring joy and comfort through delicious, wholesome food
A stable, well‐structured work environment
What We're Looking For
A dedicated chef with a love for quality, nutritious cooking
Someone who thrives in a caring, community‐focused setting
Reliability and a positive, can‐do attitude
Work Schedule: Friday to Sunday, 6:00am to 2:30pm
Requirement: Current Police 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 current Staff Advantages 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 of CARE, COMMITMENT, INTEGRITY & TRUST are expected of all employees.
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📌 Chef - Aged Care (New South Wales)
🏢 Catering Industries
📍 New South Wales