Why Work With Barton

We invest in our people because exceptional care starts with exceptional teams.

Best Pay Rates

Competitive rates across all roles. Paid weekly, every week.

Adaptable Scheduling

Choose your shifts, times, and locations. We work around your life.

Free Learn2Care Training

Every team member completes our in-house training before their first shift.

Supportive Team

5.0 Google rating from our own staff. We look after our people.

Familiar Facilities

Our facility-focused model means you work at the same places with familiar residents.

Chef

CasualTemporaryPermanent

Melbourne MetroRegional VIC

Prepare nutritious meals for aged care residents. Balance dietary requirements with quality.

Key Responsibilities
Plan, prepare, cook meals per menu plans
Accommodate dietary requirements (texture-modified, allergies, cultural, medical)




Ensure attractive presentation
Manage kitchen operations
Maintain food safety/HACCP
Supervise kitchen staff
Maintain temperature logs
Collaborate with facility management and dietitians
Ensure equipment maintenance
Participate in menu reviews

Requirements
Cert III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
Min 2 years Chef experience
Robust food safety/HACCP knowledge
Texture-modified diet experience
Kitchen team management
Current Food Safety Supervisor cert
National Police Check
Valid working rights
Current flu vaccination
COVID-19 vaccinations

Desirable
Aged care/hospital catering experience
IDDSI framework knowledge
Cert IV Commercial Cookery or Diploma

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