Chef Manager
Full-time 76 hours per fortnight Monday to Friday
Salary: $92,820 - $109,200 + Salary Packaging Advantages
Employer Sponsored Visa Opportunities Available for Eligible Candidates
At BaptistCare, we believe food is more than nourishment.
It brings comfort, connection, joy and dignity to the people we serve every day.
We are seeking an experienced and passionate
Chef Manager
to lead our residential aged care kitchen and create exceptional dining experiences for older Australians.
For suitably qualified international candidates, we are proud to offer
employer-sponsored visa opportunities
, providing a pathway to build a rewarding career and life in Australia while making a genuine difference in the lives of others.
About BaptistCare Mid Richmond Centre, Coraki
Tucked away in a quiet corner of the Richmond Valley at Coraki, Mid Richmond Centre backs onto beautiful green scenery.
It's a place of peaceful solitude.
A single-storey building that's easy to navigate, Mid Richmond Centre provides 49 beds for residents across all levels of care.
Mid-Richmond Centre is a well-established and valuable part of the local community.
Why Join BaptistCare?
Visa sponsorship available for eligible applicants
Competitive salary package
Salary packaging up to $18,550 tax free*
Flexible work arrangements and additional leave options
Discounted gym memberships and novated leasing
Learning and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning
Access to wellbeing support, counselling and nutrition services
About the Role
As our Chef Manager, you will oversee daily kitchen operations while leading a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality meals and outstanding service.
This is a hands-on leadership role where your creativity, ideas and passion for food will be valued.
You will:




Lead and inspire a high-performing kitchen team
Deliver nutritious, appealing and resident-focused menus
Manage food safety, quality and compliance standards
Drive continuous improvement and innovation in dining services
Build positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues
Foster an inclusive and supportive kitchen culture
About You
We're looking for someone who brings both culinary expertise and compassionate leadership.
You will have:
Qualification in Commercial Cookery
Experience managing large-scale catering operations
Strong understanding of food safety and HACCP principles
Experience leading and developing teams
Ability to prepare diverse, high-quality meals while maintaining nutrition and flavour
Excellent communication and customer service skills
A positive, collaborative and adaptable approach
Previous experience in aged care, healthcare, hospitality or large catering environments
About BaptistCare
BaptistCare is one of Australia's leading faith-based care organisations, supporting people and communities for more than 110 years.
With over 12,000 employees serving more than 70,000 customers across aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing, we are united by a shared purpose:
Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date.
The closing date is subject to change without notice.
Successful candidates will be subject to background checks including a national criminal history check, reference checks and, if applicable, WWCC, NDIS worker screening and a pre‐employment medical.
Recruitment agencies: This position is managed directly by our Talent Acquisition team.
Unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles will not be accepted

📌 Chef Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Baptistcare
📍 New South Wales