We're Hiring!

Do you have a passion for food and a heart for people?

Respect, Aged Care –Hudson House is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Chef Supervisor to work full-time, leading our catering team in delivering nutritious and delicious meals for our residents.  As our Chef Supervisor, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring that every meal is prepared to the highest standard, supporting the health and happiness of those in our care.

Hudson House is in Cooma NSW where career meets lifestyle! Nestled in the Snowy Mountains, Cooma offers fresh air, stunning scenery, and a friendly community — all just a short drive from the ski fields and the coast. With affordable living, great local produce, and space to breathe, it’s the perfect place to build your career and enjoy life beyond the kitchen.

About us

As a proud not-for-profit organisation since 1922, Respect Aged Care serves older residents through our high standard of care and community. Our focus is on giving back to older adults by fostering communities of belonging. Headquartered on the northwest coast of Tasmania, our philosophy is: Everyone deserves the right to a life well-lived, with dignity and respect. Our organisation is constantly growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania. Respect also offers home care services in multiple states and manages more than 700 units in various retirement villages and independent living communities.

Our purpose: To care for the elderly in our communities in an environment of respect, value, and belonging.

About the role

As our Chef Supervisor, you’ll lead the daily operations of our kitchen, ensuring high-quality, nutritious meals are prepared and served to our residents with care and consistency. You’ll oversee menu planning, food preparation, and kitchen staff, always maintaining excellent hygiene and safety standards. This full-time, Monday to Friday role offers a fantastic work–life balance while allowing you to make a meaningful difference every day by creating meals that truly enhance the wellbeing of those in our care.

Key Duties

• Plan, prepare, and supervise the delivery of nutritious, high-quality meals.
• Lead, train, and support kitchen staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Implement, monitor, and evaluate the Food Safety Program.
• Manage stock, ordering, and kitchen budgets efficiently
• Develop seasonal menus that meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences
• Work collaboratively with care staff to provide a positive dining experience for all residents

Essential Requirements:

• Trade Cook Certificate or equivalent
• Food Handling and Food Safety Supervisor Certificates
• Experience in residential aged care and hospitality
• Leadership and team management skills
• Proficient computer literacy
• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to obtain)

Why you will love working at Respect

• Not for profit, value-based organisation
• Meaningful work in a purpose-driven organisation
• Competitive salary and benefits, including salary packaging options
• Supportive workplace culture with opportunities for professional development
• Stability in a growing, recession-proof sector

Our Values

• Respect – Treat all people with fairness and dignity.
• Care – Look after and protect the elderly, and each other.
• Teamwork – Encourage, cooperate, and build trust.
• Courage – Do the right thing, even when it is difficult.
• Integrity – Be open, honest, and trustworthy.
• Innovation – Think differently to solve problems.
• Excellence – Drive quality to continuously improve.