Verified Visa Sponsorship (TSS Subclass 482 / 186 Visa)
Coraki, Lismore & Far North Coast NSW, Australia
Chef
Job Description
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Chef Manager to take a leadership role within a residential aged care environment in New South Wales.
This position is ideal for a qualified chef who enjoys combining culinary expertise with team leadership and genuinely values creating enjoyable, nutritious and dignified dining experiences for older Australians.
You will oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, lead a professional culinary team and contribute ideas that improve food quality, menu development and the overall dining experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate daily kitchen operations
- Lead, motivate and support kitchen team members
- Plan and prepare nutritious meals suitable for aged care residents
- Develop menus that balance nutrition, variety, presentation and resident preferences
- Oversee food preparation, cooking and meal service
- Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and HACCP requirements
- Monitor kitchen supplies, stock and food usage
- Support effective kitchen cost management and resource utilisation
- Train and develop kitchen staff to maintain consistent service standards
- Work closely with care and operational teams to meet residents' dietary requirements
- Respond positively to resident feedback and dining preferences
- Build strong and respectful relationships with residents and their families
- Identify opportunities to improve kitchen efficiency and dining services
- Maintain a safe, clean and well-organised kitchen environment
- Promote a positive and supportive team culture
Requirements & Eligibility
- Relevant Commercial Cookery qualification
- Demonstrated experience as a Chef Manager, Head Chef, Sous Chef or senior chef
- Experience managing a commercial or large-scale catering kitchen
- Strong knowledge of food safety and HACCP practices
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a kitchen team
- Experience preparing nutritious and varied meals for diverse dietary needs
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively with care, hospitality and operational teams
- A genuine commitment to resident wellbeing and quality dining experiences
- Previous experience in aged care, healthcare, hospitality or institutional catering is highly regarded
Special Instructions
International applicants may be considered for employer-sponsored visa opportunities
Sponsorship & Employer Details
Location: Coraki, Lismore & Far North Coast NSW, Australia
Status: Accredited Employer (NZ)