Job Description
Cater Care is seeking a qualified Chef to support kitchen operations at a contemporary aged care facility in Lake Cathie, NSW.
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This daytime position offers a stable alternative to traditional hospitality schedules, with no late nights. Reporting to the Chef Manager, you will oversee bulk meal preparation and drive daily operations to deliver high-quality, nutritious dining experiences.
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Location: Lake Cathie Manor, NSW, ****
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Salary : $***** ph
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Job Description
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Key Responsibilities
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Culinary Leadership: Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure high-quality, efficient, and timely meal services.
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Tailored Dining & Nutrition: Prepare standard menus as well as specialized, texture-modified, and therapeutic diets tailored to residents' needs.
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Quality Assurance: Maintain high culinary standards, ensuring food flavor, optimal temperature, and appealing visual presentation.
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Safety & Compliance: Uphold rigorous food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards across all shifts.
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Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with staff to foster a productive, positive, and supportive kitchen culture.
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Desired Skills and Experience
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Qualifications & Requirements
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Qualifications: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent qualification).
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Relevant Experience: Proven background in fast-paced kitchens; experience in aged care, healthcare, hospitality, or commercial catering is highly desirable.
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Resident-Focused Approach: Empathetic and dedicated to meeting individual dietary needs and preferences.




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Leadership & Reliability: Self-motivated with strong organizational skills to maintain smooth operations during weekend shifts.
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Benefits & What We Offer
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Competitive Remuneration: Hospitality Industry Award rates plus attractive weekend penalty rates ($*****/hr Saturday, $*****/hr Sunday).
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Meaningful Work: Make a direct, positive impact on the health and happiness of aged care residents daily.
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Work-Life Balance: Consistent, set roster schedules with standard day shifts and no late nights.
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Career Advancement: Growth and professional development opportunities across a nationwide organization.
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Inclusive Culture: Join a collaborative, respectful, and supportive workplace community.
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Perks & Wellbeing: Exclusive access to 450+ retail discounts, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and uniforms provided.
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Who we are:
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Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian owned contract catering service provider, operating across multiple sectors (Aged care, Education, Retirement, Retail and Remote services).
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Through our values of Care, Pride and Community, we pride ourselves on diversity, work/life balance, providing excellent career opportunities to our employees. We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.
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Please note:
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As a result of revised standards around health & well-being in the aged care industry, all applicants must have a current year flu vaccination and undertake a National Criminal History Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check.

📌 Chef - Lake Cathie Manor (New South Wales)
🏢 Cater Care Group
📍 New South Wales