Wallan Community Aged Care is preparing to open its brandnew, purposebuilt 89bed home on 14 September 2026, and we have an exciting opportunity for a Catering Manager (Chef) to join us. The role is offered on a a full time basis, with a planned start date in early to midJuly 2026. This is a rare opportunity to be part of the initial commissioning team, helping shape the dining experience and kitchen operations from day one within a stateoftheart commercial kitchen We are a friendly, focused, and valuesdriven team, seeking people who live our CARE values: Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Empathy. Why You’ll Love Working With Us Supportive and welcoming team culture Opportunities to grow as the home establishes and expands Fun team lunches and themed days About The Role We’re looking for a passionate, motivated Chef to lead food services at Wallan Community Aged Care. You’ll collaborate with nurses, personal carers, allied health professionals, residents, and families to deliver highquality meals and enjoyable dining experiences in our brandnew home. About You You are a qualified Chef with experience across commercial, fine dining, or aged care environments. You bring strong leadership, creativity, and a commitment to delivering safe, highquality food service from the ground up. You Will Need Cert III in Commercial Cookery SIT30821 (Essential) Food Safety Supervisor accreditation (HLTSS00061), issued within the last five years (Essential)Police Check within 12 monthsStrong knowledge of catering principlesProven experience leading and managing catering teamsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work safely within OH&S and continuous improvement frameworksExperience designing menus to set budgets and working with suppliersAbility to manage modified and textured dietsA positive, proactive attitude Benefits & Work Culture As a purposedriven, notforprofit organisation, we value and support our staff. Benefits include: Salary Packaging up to $15,900 (Go Salary)Staff discounts at JB HiFi, Endota Spa and moreCommBank Workplace BankingModern technology and systemsStaff room facilities and onsite parkingSuperannuation salarysacrifice optionsNovated leasing through EnlistHESTA member benefitsFree, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Our culture is built on compassion, teamwork, and strong leadership. We know that when our staff thrive, our residents benefit. Apply Now Take the opportunity to help shape something new. Apply now and become part of the founding team at Wallan Community Aged Care.
