RetireAustralia is seeking a talented and dedicated Chef to join our passionate team atRiverina Gums Retirement Villageon a full-time basis.
As our in-house Chef, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional dining experiences for our residents, ensuring they enjoy delicious, nutritious meals while maintaining the highest standards of Health, Safety and Environmental (HS&E;) practices.
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Full-time position | 9-day fortnight | Working every second weekend | No late nights (shifts between 9:15am and 6:30pm)
Will suit candidates living in Wagga Wagga or the surrounding areas
Please note:Only candidates with valid Australian working rights should apply
Reporting to the Village Manager, you will also be responsible for:
Preparing and presenting high-quality meals for residents.
Assisting with stock control, food ordering and food costing to support productive kitchen operations.
Maintaining and managing food handling regulations and kitchen compliance requirements.
Planning and preparing food for village events and special functions.
Ensuring resident information is treated with the highest level of privacy and confidentiality.
We're on the lookout for someone with:
Demonstrated experience in a similar Chef role.
Experience preparing nutritious meals, including meals tailored to varying dietary requirements.
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or formal Chef training.
Strong food costing and ordering experience.
National Police Check (or ability to obtain).
First Aid & CPR Certificate (or ability to obtain).
Ability to pass a pre-employment medical assessment, including Drug and Alcohol Testing.




Full unlimited working rights in Australia.
Our benefits include the following:
The wellbeing of all RetireAustralia team members is our priority and we regularly run initiatives such as safety training, wellness challenges, mental health awareness programs and a free annual flu vaccination program.
We have a dedicated learning and development team, who have received industry recognition for their training and development programs which assist team members to achieve their personal and professional development goals while working at RetireAustralia.
RetireAustralia offers a free and confidential Employee Assistance Program to all employees and their family members to assist with work-related and personal issues.
Who we are
RetireAustralia is a leading private owner, operator and developer of retirement villages with a focus on creating thriving communities where older Australians live the life they choose in their own homes.
Across our villages in New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia we are revolutionising retirement living through our continuum of care model and range of accommodation options that integrate independent living with Support At Home services and on-site higher acuity care facilities.
We are also building the future of retirement living, expanding several existing communities and developing new purpose-built communities in areas with high demand for quality senior living.
With customers at the centre, a wonderful culture and an ambitious growth strategy in a sector experiencing rapid expansion and diversification, RetireAustralia is an employer of choice for individuals who want to make their mark
Applications will be considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly.
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📌 Chef (Wagga Wagga)
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