Chef

About the role

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.

Salary- $32.83 per hour + 25% casual loading + NFP benefits

Casual role with shifts across AM and PM (weekdays preferred)

Key responsibilities

• 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

About you:

• 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.

Compliance/Checks required

• 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.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate + 25% casual loading 
• Increase your take home pay – NFP benefits up to $18,550
• National organisation supporting 38,000+ Australians
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employee wellbeing support (EAP)

About Baptcare (needs clarification if this is still mandatory to be included)

We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for-purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA, we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be – with people right at the centre.

Apply today!! – applications will be reviewed as they are received.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Mamta Sharma at talent@baptcare.org.au

Please note that applications must be submitted through our online system, as we are unable to accept applications via email. We kindly request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting us or submitting candidates for this position. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

At Baptcare, we value diversity in all forms and aim to co-create inclusive experiences and communities with our employees, volunteers, the people we work alongside and our partners. We are committed to diversity and inclusion across all we do and to building communities and workplaces where everyone belongs.

Baptcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.

Baptcare (VIC, TAS) is proud to be working towards uniting with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA, to create a newly merged national care organisation committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together, we are building on a shared history of care and compassion, expanding our reach, and strengthening our mission to help people live well with dignity and purpose.