We're Hiring!

Join a Team Where Nourishment Meets Compassion

Are you an experienced Chef or Cook with a passion for leading teams and making a meaningful impact on the lives of others? We’re looking for a Chef Supervisor to lead our Avonlea Catering Department in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that truly matter, every single day.

At Respect, we care for our elderly residents in an environment built on respect, value, and belonging. As our Chef Supervisor, you will bring your leadership, culinary skills, and compliance knowledge to a rewarding role that supports residents' health, wellbeing, and dignity.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and manage all catering operations across the facility
• Plan nutritious, culturally sensitive menus in consultation with residents, dietitians, RNs, and leadership
• Supervise and mentor catering staff, ensuring high performance and a positive team culture
• Oversee the implementation and review of the Food Safety Program and ensure accreditation compliance
• Maintain stock control, supplier relationships, and budget alignment
• Prepare and cook meals to meet individual dietary needs, including texture-modified diets
• Handle feedback and ensure resident satisfaction with meals and service

What You Bring

Essential:

• Trade Cook Certificate or equivalent
• Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Food Handling qualification
• Strong experience in hospitality, ideally in volume food preparation
• National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
• To be considered for employment with Respect, each candidate must satisfy the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry.

Desirable:

• Experience in residential aged care or healthcare settings
• Medium-level computer literacy
• A heart for working with older people and delivering service with empathy

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-led organisation: To care for the elderly with dignity and purpose
• Lead a supportive, values-driven team that puts people first
• Not-for-profit salary packaging
• Enjoy opportunities for professional development, career growth, and participation in strategic planning
• Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement in aged care catering
• Make a real impact on people’s daily lives, every single day

If you're a motivated leader ready to serve up more than just meals and lead with care we’d love to hear from you.

This is a temporary 5-month position with the possibility to extend to a permanent position after December 2025.