Catering Industries Pty Ltd is a leading provider of contracted hospitality services (catering, cleaning and laundry) to Australia's health and aged care, education, government, corporate and resources sector. We currently employ over 2,000 personnel engaged in various operations nationally.

About the role

We are searching for a dedicated full time chef manager to manage the kitchen operations at our client’s residential aged care facility in Gordonvale Far North Queensland.

This full-time position offers not just a job, but a lifestyle change. If you're ready for a sea change and want to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents, we want to hear from you!

Hours of employment: 40hrs/week

Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.30pm.

Relocation expenses may be considered for the right candidate.

*The successful applicant must have received at least 2 doses of the COVID-19 Vaccine, and provide a current Federal Police Check certificate, or be willing to apply for one*

Key attributes and responsibilities

Previous experience is essential.

3+ years' experience in a similar role

Commercial cookery background or Hospitality Industry Qualification desirable

Demonstrated and proven budget and cost management experience.

High level of QA, WH&S, HACCP and Food Safety knowledge.

Previous experience in the design and implementation of nutritionally adequate and appropriate menus specific to Aged Care

An understanding of the Aged Care legislation and Accreditation standards

Empathy towards residents, staff and clients.

Ability to lead the kitchen team.

Produce high quality, nutritious and well-presented meals in line with aged care food service guidelines.

Be responsible for rostering and day to day supervision/management of team members.

Menu design and implementation and computer literacy

Excellent client liaison skills, proficient

Have reliable transport.

Benefits and perks

The successful applicant will be offered a competitive hourly rate plus penalty loadings as per Hospitality Award. You will also receive comprehensive training to perform your role in a satisfactory manner.

Staff Benefits program where you will have access to over 100+ retail discounts!”

Why work with Catering Industries?

We are a family owned and operated business where our people are our backbone and it's their passion and dedication that has attributed to our substantial organic growth over the past 45 years. We emphasize a culture of service excellence, where our core values of CARE, COMMITMENT, INTEGRITY & TRUST are expected of all employees