Chef Manager

Hospitality · Coraki, Lismore & Far North Coast NSW, Australia · Full-Time · $80,000/yr

Chef Manager wanted for a residential aged care kitchen on the Far North Coast of NSW. You will be responsible for kitchen operations, so this role needs someone with a real track record.

The employer wants an experienced Chef who can prove their qualifications, their practical expertise and their ability to lead a team while keeping standards consistently high. Culinary skill on its own is not enough; it has to be backed by real experience, strong leadership and a professional history.

Meals must be nutritious, enjoyable and suited to each resident's individual needs, and the kitchen must run efficiently and comply with food safety rules. Chefs in Nigeria and other countries should have certificates and work records ready to be checked.

Key Responsibilities

Enforce food safety, hygiene and HACCP procedures
Ensure the kitchen meets relevant workplace and food safety standards
Manage daily kitchen operations and direct food preparation
Lead, supervise and back the kitchen staff, building a positive and professional team culture
Plan and deliver quality meals for residents, monitoring presentation, consistency and food quality
Tailor meals to dietary, nutritional and individual requirements
Organise kitchen schedules and the daily workflow
Use food, equipment and kitchen resources efficiently
Find and implement improvements in kitchen and dining operations
Work with care and support teams and build respectful relationships with residents, families and colleagues

Requirements & Eligibility

Recognised Chef qualification, backed by supporting documents that can be verified
Professional Chef experience you can demonstrate, including previous kitchen supervision or management
Experience in high-volume or large-scale catering operations
Solid knowledge of food safety and HACCP requirements
Ability to cook varied, nutritious and high-quality meals
Understanding of nutritional and dietary requirements
Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
A reliable, organised approach to managing a kitchen
Aged care, healthcare, hospitality or institutional catering experience is advantageous
Ability to produce evidence of qualifications and relevant work experience
Ability to satisfy applicable Australian employment and visa requirements
Sponsorship by the employer is available for eligible international candidates

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