Chef

Baptcare is seeking a compassionate Chef to support our residents through nutritious, thoughtfully prepared meals that honour individual needs and preferences.

Be part of a team where your skills make a real difference every day.

• →Prepare and deliver high‑quality meals, including therapeutic diets and special dietary requirements, aligned with resident needs and preferences
• →Follow set menus and recipes to ensure timely, consistent and well‑presented food service
• →Support the Head Chef with daily food safety compliance, stock control and kitchen standards
• →Maintain exceptional food handling and hygiene practices across all dining and service areas
• →Assist with meal delivery, café operations, and the planning and execution of functions and events within the residence

• Mandatory Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (HLTFSE001, HLTFSE005, HLTFSE007)
• Relevant Industry Training – Food Handling and Hygiene Certificate.
• Commercial Cookery Certificate III / IV is required.
• Previous experience and working knowledge of menu planning, ordering, and special diet preparation.
• Previous experience working in catering within a residential aged care facility.

• National Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Relevant worker screening/clearance as required (e.g., NDIS Worker Screening Check/WWCC where applicable).
• Proof of working rights in Australia.

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.

We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.

That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia. 

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

Advertised: 14 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 14 Nov 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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