Lead Kitchen Operations in Aged Care Cater Care is seeking an experienced and passionate Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations at one of our aged care sites in the Northern Suburbs of Western Australia. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll combine culinary expertise with meaningful impact, leading a dedicated team to deliver nutritious, high-quality meals that enhance the wellbeing of residents every day. Working in a supportive and collaborative environment, you’ll take ownership of daily kitchen operations, ensure exceptional food standards, and create a positive dining experience for residents in care. Why Join Cater Care? Competitive salary package of $92,000 Super Permanent full-time role offering stability and security Monday to Friday roster (9:00 AM - 5:30 PM) – weekends off Opportunity to lead and make a meaningful impact Supportive team culture with genuine career development opportunities Ongoing training and leadership development Staff discounts across 450 retailers nationwide Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Acacia Connection Company uniform provided What You'll Be Doing As Chef Manager, you will oversee the full kitchen operation while leading a committed culinary team. Leading, mentoring and developing kitchen staff Overseeing food preparation and presentation to ensure consistent quality Managing large-scale catering operations efficiently Maintaining food safety, hygiene and compliance standards Preparing texture-modified and specialised dietary meals (IDDSI) Managing stock control, ordering and kitchen administration Contributing to seasonal menus and continuous improvement initiatives
