Chef Manager

• Full time 76 hours per fortnight Forster based
• Have a fresh, passionate approach to our kitchen and lead with inclusivity
• Bring accountability, creativity and teamwork to a role where your ideas matter
• Shape meaningful dining experiences with compassion and a modern approach to food

At BaptistCare, we believe food is so much more than what’s on a plate. It's comfort, connection, celebration, and often the highlight of someone's day. We're looking for a passionate and experienced Chef Manager who wants to bring heart, creativity and leadership to a role where they can genuinely make a difference in the lives of older Australians.

 If you're the kind of chef who believes every meal should be prepared with care, every resident          should feel heard, and every team member should feel valued, we'd love to hear from you.

We’re looking for a Chef Manager who brings energy, creativity and a genuine passion for food. You’ll oversee daily kitchen operations. You will guide a small team and set the tone for a modern, high‑quality dining experience while managing change. You’ll work closely with residents and staff to understand their preferences, introduce fresh ideas and ensure every meal is safe, nutritious and well presented. This is a hands‑on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys shaping a kitchen culture, refining processes and lifting the standard of what great food looks like in a care environment.

This is a salaried role. Remuneration to be discussed

You’ll join a supportive, down‑to‑earth team that values collaboration, open communication and a genuine commitment to making life better for the people we serve. We work with flexibility, respect and a shared focus on delivering food and service that feels personal, thoughtful and consistent.

You’re a confident and motivated chef who enjoys leading a team and bringing fresh ideas to the table. You don’t need aged care experience; what matters most is your passion for food, your ability to work with variety and your commitment to delivering a great experience for customers. You bring:

• a qualification in commercial cookery
• experience cooking for large groups
• strong knowledge of food safety and HACCP principles
• confidence leading and supporting a team
• the ability to cook a wide range of foods while preserving nutrition and flavour
• clear communication skills and a warm, customer‑focused approach
• a willingness to learn, adapt and contribute to a positive team culture
• Previous experience in larger catering operations or large aged care catering

BaptistCare is a leading purpose‑led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing. More than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. The closing date is subject to change without notice.

Successful candidates will be subject to background checks including a national criminal history check, reference checks and, if applicable, WWCC, NDIS worker screening and a pre‑employment medical.

Recruitment agencies: This position is managed directly by our Talent Acquisition team. Unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles will not be accepted.

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