Chef: Casual and Permanent Part Time Opportunities
Friendly team and supportive working environment!
Multiple positions available: 1 x Permanent Part Time and 2 x Casual
Cook fresh, quality meals that make a real difference to our residents' day!
About Us:
Medical & Aged Care Group (MAACG) is a family owned and operated healthcare organisation that embraces best practices, continuous improvement and social responsibility.
We are proud to create a collaborative and supportive setting where employees are treated like family and residents receive high quality, person centred care.
Cheltenham Manor Aged Care is one of eleven residential aged care homes operated by Medical & Aged Care Group, a privately owned, family operated healthcare organisation that has been delivering exceptional care to older Australians since ****.
Located in the heart of Cheltenham in Melbourne's southeast, Cheltenham Manor is a warm and welcoming community where residents (150 beds) feel truly at home.
The home prides itself on delivering high quality, person centred care in a safe, comfortable and homelike environment.
About the Role:
Excellent opportunity for a Chef to join our catering team at Cheltenham Manor Aged Care.
We are seeking skilled, passionate and reliable chefs who take pride in preparing nutritious, high quality meals that our residents look forward to every day.
This role is ideal for someone who loves cooking for others, enjoys catering to a variety of dietary needs, and wants to be part of a team where good food is central to residents' health, wellbeing and enjoyment.




The successful candidates will prepare and deliver meals in line with the menu, residents' individual dietary requirements and the facility's food safety program.
They will also support and guide Food Services Assistants (FSAs) to keep the kitchen running safely and smoothly.
We have
1 x Permanent Part Time
and
2 x Casual
positions available.
Shifts will be discussed and negotiated with successful candidates at interview.
We are looking for people to start in these roles ASAP.
Why Join Us?
Competitive pay plus shift allowances
Permanent Part Time: leave loading of 17.5%, making your leave worth more
Casual: 25% casual loading and flexible shifts to suit your availability
EAP program
Refer a friend benefit program
JB Hi-Fi employee discounts
Staff recognition programs
Opportunities to pick up additional shifts
Ongoing training and development
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and cook high quality, nutritious meals in line with the menu
Cater to residents' individual dietary needs, including texture-modified diets and directions from Dietitians and Speech Pathologists
Comply with the Food Safety Act and the facility's food safety program
Order supplies within budget and in line with the menu




Contribute to menu development based on resident feedback
Supervise, train and support FSAs to make sure kitchen systems are followed
Make sure dietary changes are communicated to the kitchen team promptly
Complete all required kitchen documentation in line with compliance requirements
Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic kitchen environment
Qualifications and Experience:
Food Handling / Food Hygiene Certificate
(Required)
Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
(Required)
Excellent cooking skills, with the ability to cook a variety of foods for specific dietary needs
Ability to work independently and supervise other kitchen staff
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
(highly regarded)
Previous experience in an aged care catering department, and knowledge of diets suited to aged care
(highly regarded)
Requirements:
Current Employment Police Check
(Required)
Australian working rights
(Required)
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and respecting individual and cultural differences
Ability to participate in compulsory education and training sessions
Our Values:
At MAACG, our values guide everything we do:
Compassion | Integrity | Dignity | Diversity | Accountability | Family | Respect
If you are a passionate chef who wants to use your skills to bring comfort and enjoyment to older Australians, we would love to hear from you.
Please let us know in your application whether you are interested in the Permanent Part Time or Casual position!
APPLY TODAY!

📌 Chef - Cheltenham Manor (Melbourne)
🏢 Medical And Aged Care Group
📍 Melbourne