Full-Time Relief Chef Manager | Perth

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Description:
Join a Team That Values Quality, Leadership & Work/Life Balance

Salary: $80K base + $4K travel allowance
Roster: Monday to Friday | 8-hour shifts (typically 9:00am - 5:30pm)
Location: Perth Metro Area

Cater Care is seeking an experienced and adaptable Relief Chef Manager to support culinary operations across multiple sites within the Perth metro area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hospitality professional who enjoys variety, leadership, and delivering exceptional food experiences. You’ll work across different locations and teams, ensuring smooth kitchen operations while maintaining high standards in food quality, safety, and customer service.

What We Offer

Monday-Friday roster – enjoy weekends free and better work-life balance
Consistent full-time hours providing stability and routine
Supportive, inclusive team culture where people are valued
Career development opportunities within a national organisation
Employee benefits including retail discounts (450+ retailers), EAP support, and uniforms provided

Key Responsibilities

Lead kitchen operations across various sites
Prepare and present high-quality meals, including texture-modified foods
Manage food, labour, and operational costs effectively
Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
Lead, mentor, and support kitchen teams
Assist with bulk catering and daily food production
Maintain strong service standards and efficient kitchen workflows

Skills and Experiences:
About You

Trade Qualification in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) and Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
Proven experience in kitchen operations and/or site management, including managing labour and food costs
Must have several years of experience in aged care culinary operations, with strong knowledge of texture-modified foods
Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills with a hands-on approach
High standards of presentation, hygiene, and food safety practices
Valid driver’s licence and access to your own vehicle

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.

The Next Step

Please click “Apply for this job”. If your work history aligns with the key selection criteria for the role, one of our recruitment coordinators will be in touch. Please, no agencies.

Job Ref: 5228