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 full time Chef Manager to work at our new client's Residential Aged Care facility in South Grafton, NSW.

The successful applicant will be required to commence work early to mid-November 2025.

Hours of employment: 40hours per week with Monday to Friday shifts.

Weekend and Public Holiday Loadings apply.

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

Key attributes and responsibilities

Previous experience as a kitchen manager/head chef.

3+ years' experience in a similar role. Aged care experience is desirable.

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.

Excellent client liaison and communication skills

Benefits and perks

The successful applicant will be offered a competitive hourly rate. You will also receive comprehensive training to perform your role in a satisfactory manner and be mentored by our experienced senior managers.

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.