Cater Minds | New Education Contract | January 2027 Start

Cater Minds is excited to announce that we have secured a major new contract within the education sector, creating exciting opportunities for talented and passionate culinary professionals to join our growing team.

We are currently recruiting experienced chefs to join our Back of House team in Pennant Hills, supporting the delivery of high-quality food and catering services within a dynamic educational setting.

Positions Available:

Sous Chef (2 Positions)

As Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation and operational efficiency while guiding and supporting the kitchen team.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare, cook and present high-quality meals in accordance with established menus and service requirements.
- Support the Head Chef with menu development, recipes and food production planning.
- Supervise and support kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow and consistent food quality.
- Monitor food preparation, portion control and presentation standards.
- Assist with food purchasing, stock control and minimising food waste.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety and kitchen hygiene.
- Support staff training and development, including food safety and safe food handling practices.
- Ensure kitchen equipment is maintained and workplace health and safety procedures are followed.

Chef de Partie (3 Positions)

As Chef de Partie,



you will be responsible for preparing and delivering high-quality meals within your designated kitchen section, ensuring consistency, efficiency and adherence to established food standards.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare, cook and present meals in accordance with established menus, recipes and portion specifications.
- Coordinate daily food preparation and production within your allocated kitchen section.
- Maintain consistent food quality, presentation and portion control standards.
- Ensure ingredients are correctly prepared, stored and handled in accordance with food safety requirements.
- Monitor stock levels within your section and assist with reducing food waste.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of workstations, equipment and food preparation areas.
- Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen team to ensure efficient and timely service delivery.
- Follow all workplace health and safety procedures and report hazards or incidents promptly.

Pastry Chef (1 Position)

As Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for the preparation and production of high-quality pastries, baked goods and desserts, ensuring exceptional presentation, consistency and food quality.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare and produce a range of pastries, breads,



desserts and baked goods in accordance with menu and service requirements.
- Oversee daily production within the pastry section, ensuring efficient workflow and timely delivery.
- Maintain consistent quality, presentation and portion control across all pastry products.
- Contribute creative ideas to pastry offerings while maintaining established recipes and production standards.
- Monitor ingredient quality, stock levels and food costs, ensuring efficient use of supplies and minimal waste.
- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness within the pastry section.
- Support and guide kitchen team members in pastry preparation techniques and safe food handling practices.
- Ensure pastry equipment is used safely, maintained appropriately and kept in good working condition.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a new contract from the very beginning and contribute to delivering high-quality food and hospitality services within the education sector.

Commencement: 4 January 2027 – Induction and Training

How to Apply

To register your interest in one of the above positions, please email ••••@cateringproject.com.au with your current resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

Key: Please include the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email (e.g. Pennant Hills - Pastry Chef).

Applications close: Friday, 13 November 2026.

We look forward to welcoming new talent to the Cater Minds team!

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