We're Hiring!

About Us

At Respect, we’re proud to be the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia.  

As a not-for-profit organisation, everything we do is driven by our commitment to supporting older Australians with dignity, compassion and genuine connection. 

We’re a growing, values-led organisation with a strong focus on our residents, their families and our team. When you join Respect, you become part of a supportive community that thrives on collaboration, trust and the shared belief that everyone deserves to feel valued. 

If you’re looking for an organisation that invests in its people, celebrates purpose, and offers meaningful career pathways, you’ll feel right at home with us. 

Why You Will Love Working With Us 

• A workplace culture that celebrates people, progress, and purpose 
• Meaningful work where you see the impact you make every day 
• Opportunities to grow your career 
• Save tax by salary packing up to $15,900 of living expenses and a further $2650 for meals out, and holiday accommodation! 

About the Role 

 In this hands-on leadership role, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring high-quality, nutritious meals are prepared and delivered to our residents. You will lead and support a small kitchen team, maintain compliance with food safety standards, and contribute to creating a positive dining experience for residents.

No two days are the same! As Chef Supervisor, you will: 

• Lead, supervise and support kitchen staff in daily operations
• Prepare and cook nutritious, high-quality meals in line with resident dietary requirements
• Plan menus in consultation with residents and management
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and infection control standards
• Manage stock, ordering, and inventory control
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen environment
• Support continuous improvement in food service delivery
• Build positive relationships with residents, staff and families

About You 

You’ll thrive with us if you have:

• Trade Cook Certificate or equivalent
• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within aged care or healthcare
• Current Food Safety Supervisors Certificate
• Sound knowledge of food safety standards and regulations
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• A passion for preparing nutritious meals and enhancing resident wellbeing
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A valid Police Check (or willingness to obtain one)

Perks & Benefits 

• As a not-for-profit you can reduce your tax by salary packaging up to $15,900 per year for living expenses, bills, rent, mortgage and groceries. Take advantage of a further $2,650 to pay for meals out or holiday accommodation 
• Training and development pathways 
• Supportive leaders who are onsite
• A friendly, down-to-earth workplace 
• Opportunity to build a long-term career in aged care 

Ready to Apply? 

If you’re passionate about caring for others and want to be part of a team that genuinely values you, we would love to hear from you. 

Please note that selection processes will commence immediately, any late applications may result in exclusion from the process. 

To be considered please apply now!