Kollab Recruitment is seeking an Experienced Chef Manager to lead the kitchen at a residential activity campus in Rawson, Victoria!

Based in the beautiful Gippsland, you'll work in a scenic and peaceful location with a welcoming community, providing high-end dining-style food for international school children, a group of 75!

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Competitive Pay: Enjoy a generous hourly rate + penalties and weekend rates
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy Tuesday to Saturday shifts from 10am – 6:30pm, with Sundays and Mondays off!
• School Setting: Work in a dynamic school environment, where you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on students' day by creating wholesome meals.
• Great Location: Based in Rawson, Victoria, you’ll work in a scenic and peaceful location with a welcoming community.
• Ongoing Work: This is a 5-week contract, with the possibility of an ongoing position, with programmes at the school lasting 5-weeks at a time – perfect if you're looking for job stability with flexibility.
• Leadership Opportunity: Lead a small but dedicated team, ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly, meets health and safety standards, and delivers quality food every day.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager, Head Chef, or in a similar senior kitchen role.
• Strong leadership and people management skills – you’ll be overseeing kitchen staff and ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen.
• A passion for creating healthy and balanced meals, tailored to meet the needs of students and school staff.
• A commitment to upholding food safety and hygiene standards at all times.
• Availability to work Tuesday – Saturday from 10am – 6:30pm for the initial 5-week contract period (with opportunities for ongoing work at other schools after).

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Overseeing the day-to-day kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and service.
• Managing and overseeing kitchen staff, ensuring all team members are working efficiently and safely.
• Planning and preparing balanced, nutritious meals in accordance with school dietary requirements.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.
• Managing stock levels and ensuring cost-effective ordering and wastage control.
• Engaging with the school community to create a positive and enjoyable dining experience for students and staff.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to manage a kitchen in a school setting where you can showcase your culinary expertise and leadership skills!

Apply now and become a key part of our school community.