Chef - Education/University

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Description:
Join Our Team as a Breakfast Chef in Alice Springs

Location: Alice Springs, NT

Salary: $74,000 + Super

Join Cater Care Australia as a Breakfast Chef at a leading boarding school in Alice Springs and enjoy the rare combination of career progression, job stability, and genuine work-life balance.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your leadership skills in a supportive environment while delivering nutritious, high-quality meals to students. You'll lead a small kitchen team, gain valuable management experience, and be supported on a clear pathway toward Head Chef and hospitality management opportunities.

Roster

School Term Schedule

Monday to Friday: 6:00am - 2:30pm
Sunday: 6:00am - 2:30pm

Sunday hours are accrued as time in lieu, contributing to extended paid leave during school holiday periods.

What We Offer

Extended paid school holiday breaks and a stable term-time roster
Great work-life balance with no split shifts and home every night
Competitive salary plus superannuation and salary sacrifice options
Structured leadership development and career progression opportunities
Ongoing training, licensing, and accreditation support
Employee benefits program with discounts at 450+ retailers nationwide

Key Responsibilities

Organise and prepare breakfast, morning tea, and lunch services for students
Lead and support kitchen hands and catering assistants in daily operations
Assist with menu planning for student meals, functions, and conferences
Support bulk cooking operations while maintaining high food quality standards
Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and presentation standards

Skills and Experiences:
About You

Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)
Previous experience in a similar chef role, ideally within bulk catering, functions, or conference catering
Strong organisational skills with the ability to lead and support a small team
Commitment to maintaining high food quality, safety, and hygiene standards
Australian permanent residency or a valid long-term work visa

Who We Are

Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian owned contract catering service provider, operating across multiple sectors (Aged care, Education, Retirement, Retail and Remote services).

Through our values of Care, Pride and Community, we pride ourselves on diversity, work/life balance, providing excellent career opportunities to our employees. We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.

Ready To Apply?

Click "Apply for this Job" to submit your application. If your experience aligns with the role requirements, one of our Recruitment Coordinators will be in touch. Please, no agencies.

Important Information

Successful applicants will be required to obtain or hold a valid Working With Children Check.

Job Ref: 5435