Chef Manager

Cheltenham Manor Residential Aged Care Home – Proudly a Part of MACG

Cheltenham Manor Residential Aged Care Home - Proudly a Part of MACG is seeking an experienced and motivated Chef Manager to lead our kitchen and food services team. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality, nutritious meals and exceptional dining experiences within a residential aged care setting.

About Us

Medical & Aged Care Group (MACG) is a family-owned organisation established in 1995. From humble beginnings, we have grown into one of Australia’s leading privately owned aged care providers across Victoria.

We pride ourselves on building meaningful relationships with residents, families, and staff, creating vibrant and connected communities where everyone feels valued and supported.

About the Role

The Chef Manager is a key leadership position reporting to the Home Manager and is responsible for overseeing all kitchen and food service operations. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, mentoring, and managing the kitchen and food services team
• Preparing and overseeing the delivery of high-quality meals aligned with residents' dietary needs
• Managing specialised diets, supplements, and texture-modified foods
• Menu planning in consultation with residents and clinical teams
• Managing food orders, stock control, and budgets
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and aged care accreditation standards
• Conducting regular audits and maintaining kitchen safety and cleanliness
• Liaising with internal stakeholders, external suppliers, contractors, residents, and families
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and accreditation processes
• Delivering a consistently high-quality dining and hospitality experience

About You

You are an organised, proactive, and approachable leader with strong communication skills and a passion for aged care. You are hands-on, led by example, and can effectively manage people, processes, and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

You bring empathy, flexibility, and a commitment to continuous improvement while fostering a positive and collaborative team culture.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Certificate or Diploma in Commercial Cookery
• Food Safety / Food Hygiene Certificate
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Chef Manager or Senior Chef in an aged care environment
• Proven experience leading and managing kitchen teams
• Strong budget management and food ordering experience
• Excellent organisational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of aged care legislation, food safety standards, and accreditation requirements
• Computer and documentation skills
• Current Police Check
• Current Influenza Vaccination

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery
• Sound understanding of Aged Care Standards, accreditation, and continuous improvement
• COVID-19 vaccinations and recommended boosters
• Experience working in residential aged care or hospital environments

If you are a passionate and experienced food services leader looking to make a meaningful difference in a residential aged care environment, we would love to hear from you.