Make Every Meal Matter in a Role That Makes a Difference

Location: Lutheran Homes - Sunnyside, Horsham VIC
Employment type: Permanent part time | 32 hours per week
Roster: Thursday to Sunday, 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Pay rate: $34 per hour + super + applicable penalty rates

Great food can bring comfort, create connection and make someone's day a little brighter. At Cater Care, we're looking for a passionate Chef to join our team at Lutheran Homes - Sunnyside in Horsham, where quality food and thoughtful service play an important role in everyday life.

This is an opportunity to put your culinary skills to meaningful use in an aged care and retirement environment. With a consistent four-day roster and permanent part-time employment, you'll have the opportunity to build a rewarding career while helping deliver meals that meet residents' individual needs.

What We Offer

- Permanent part-time employment with a consistent Thursday-to-Sunday roster
- Relish Discounts across 650 retails to help you make the most of everyday saving
- Uniform provided, with ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to help you navigate work and life challenges
- A supportive team culture built around care, pride, community and working together
- Opportunities to learn and grow through Cater Care's training and development programs

What You'll Do

- You'll help deliver reliable, high-quality food service that supports residents' dining needs and contributes to a positive mealtime experience
- Prepare and cook meals in line with kitchen requirements, maintaining consistent quality and presentation




- Prepare texture-modified meals in accordance with residents' dietary requirements and established instructions
- Support bulk food preparation and cooking to meet daily service needs
- Maintain a clean, hygienic and organised kitchen, including dishwashing and general kitchen duties
- Work independently when required while contributing to a collaborative team and providing friendly, respectful customer service

About You

- A recognised trade qualification in cookery
- A practical, hands-on approach to food preparation, cooking and kitchen operations
- An understanding of the importance of texture-modified meals and following dietary instructions carefully
- Strong food safety, hygiene and kitchen organisation practices
- The ability to work independently, manage priorities and contribute positively to a team
- A caring, reliable and professional attitude, with a genuine commitment to respectful service
- A current police check and flu vaccination are required for this position

About Cater Care

Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian owned contract catering service provider, operating across multiple sectors (Aged care, Education, Retirement, Retail and Remote services).

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.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're a qualified chef who wants to combine your culinary skills with work that has a meaningful impact, take the next step with Cater Care.

Apply today to join our team at Lutheran Homes – Sunnyside and help make mealtimes a positive part of residents' day.

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📌 Chef | Aged Care & Retirement | Horsham, VIC
🏢 Cater Care
📍 Horsham