Job Description
Job Type: Permanent - Part Time
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Location: SA: Adelaide
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Job Category: Aged
Care/Retirement,Customer
Service,Food Safety,Indigenous
Participation,Kitchen,Trade
Qualified - Chef
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Stable, low-pressure kitchen - no à la carte service
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Build your culinary career in a stable, well-organised kitchen
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Cater Care is seeking a qualified Chef to support kitchen operations within a small, welcoming Retirement Village in South Plympton.
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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 environment (approximately 25 residents, with occasional guests), where your cooking directly contributes to residents' wellbeing.
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Job Description
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Roster (Fortnightly Rotation)
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Week 1: Friday | 9:30am - 6:00pm
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Week 2: Friday, Saturday & Sunday | 9:30am - 6:00pm
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Why Join Us?
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No late nights or split shifts - enjoy true work-life balance
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Reliable, low-pressure kitchen - no à la carte service
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Supportive team environment
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Career development opportunities within a national organisation
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Employee benefits, including retail discounts, EAP support & uniform provided
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Key Responsibilities
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Prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for residents and staff, including texture-modified foods
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Manage kitchen operations independently during rostered shifts
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Maintain strict food safety and hygiene standards
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Ensure a clean, organised, and service-ready kitchen
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Build positive connections with residents and site staff
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Contribute to a warm, respectful, and collaborative environment
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About You
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Desired Skills and Experience
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Trade-qualified Chef (Commercial Cookery or equivalent)
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Previous experience in a similar role (aged care highly regarded)
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Confident working independently and managing your own service
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Strong organisational skills and ability to follow structured routines
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A genuine interest in engaging with residents and contributing to their wellbeing
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Reliable, professional, and committed to quality food service
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Important Requirements
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Current flu vaccination (as per aged care requirements)
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Ability to complete a National Criminal History Check
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About Us
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Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian-owned contract catering provider operating across aged care, education, retirement, retail, and remote services.
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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 (South Australia)
🏢 Cater Care
📍 South Australia