Job Type: Permanent - Part Time Location: SA: Adelaide Job Category: Aged Care/Retirement,Customer Service,Food Safety,Indigenous Participation,Kitchen,Trade Qualified - Chef Build your culinary career in a stable, well-organised kitchen Cater Care is seeking a qualified Chef to support kitchen operations within a small, welcoming Retirement Village in South Plympton. This is an ideal role for a chef looking to step away from late nights and high-pressure service, while still delivering meaningful, high-quality food. You’ll work in a structured, low-volume workplace (approximately 25 residents, with occasional guests), where your cooking directly contributes to residents’ wellbeing.

Roster (Fortnightly Rotation) Week 1: Friday | 9:30am - 6:00pm

Week 2: Friday, Saturday & Sunday | 9:30am - 6:00pm Why Join Us? No late nights or split shifts - enjoy true work-life balance

Stable, low-pressure kitchen - no à la carte service

Supportive team environment

Career development opportunities within a national organisation

Employee benefits, including retail discounts, EAP support & uniform provided Key Responsibilities Prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for residents and staff, including texture-modified foods

Manage kitchen operations independently during rostered shifts

Maintain strict food safety and hygiene standards

Ensure a clean, organised, and service-ready kitchen





Build positive connections with residents and site staff

Contribute to a warm, respectful, and collaborative environment About You Desired Skills and Experience Trade-qualified Chef (Commercial Cookery or equivalent)

Previous experience in a similar role (aged care highly regarded)

Confident working independently and managing your own service

Strong organisational skills and ability to follow structured routines A genuine interest in engaging with residents and contributing to their wellbeing

Reliable, professional, and committed to quality food service Important Requirements Current flu vaccination (as per aged care requirements)

Ability to complete a National Criminal History Check About Us Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian-owned contract catering provider operating across aged care, education, retirement, retail, and remote services. We are driven by our values of Care, Pride, and Community, and are committed to creating supportive workplaces that offer stability, respect, and long-term career opportunities. We encourage applications from First Nations peoples.

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📌 Part-Time Chef - South Plympton (Adelaide)
🏢 Cater Care
📍 Adelaide