The Chef is responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals within our residential aged care setting. This role supports residents' health, wellbeing, dignity, and choice through the delivery of meals that are secure, nutritious, and person-centred. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who values teamwork, quality, and delivering meals that make a meaningful difference in residents' daily lives.
Key responsibilities
Prepare, cook, and present meals in accordance with approved menus, recipes, and production schedules
Ensure meals meet therapeutic, allergy, cultural, religious, and texture-modified dietary requirements
Prepare texture-modified meals and thickened fluids in accordance with the IDDSI framework
Support menu flexibility and resident choice in consultation with the Chef Manager
Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and infection prevention and control
Ensure correct storage, labelling, rotation, and handling of food, including allergen management
Complete required food safety monitoring, documentation, and corrective actions
Maintain a clean, protected, and organised kitchen environment at all times
Support a positive, respectful, and person-centred dining experience
Communicate effectively with care, clinical, and lifestyle teams regarding resident dietary needs
About you
Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery (Certificate III or IV or equivalent)




Food Safety Supervisor certification (or willingness to obtain)
Current Police Check and NDIS Check
Current First Aid and CPR certification
Demonstrated experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen environment
Knowledge of food safety legislation, infection prevention and control, and safe food handling practices
Experience preparing special diets and texture-modified meals
Understanding of the IDDSI framework and nutritional needs of older people
Strong communication, teamwork, and organisational skills
Full working rights in Australia
About us
John Curtin Aged Care is a community-focused, not-for-profit aged care facility committed to delivering compassionate, person-centred care in a warm and supportive environment. Located in the heart of Creswick, our 65-bed facility includes our Peacock Wing, a specialised 18-bed Memory Care Unit, where we support residents living with dementia with dignity, respect, and understanding.
Salary packaging up to $15,900 plus additional meals and entertainment benefits
Novated leasing options available
Staff discounts and delicious barista-made coffee at our onsite Curtin Café
Located in Creswick, just 15 minutes from the Ballarat CBD and 1.5 hours from Melbourne
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
A welcoming and supportive team culture where people genuinely care
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📌 Chef (Victoria)
🏢 John Curtin Aged Care
📍 Victoria