Chef/Catering Manager - Relocation Opportunity

18th August, 2025

Thinking about a regional move? Tenterfield, on the NSW/QLD border, offers the perfect mix of lifestyle and opportunity. Surrounded by national parks and rolling countryside, this historic town is known for its warm community spirit, four distinct seasons, and a vibrant town centre with great dining, coffee, shopping and all the essentials.

Relocating here means more than just starting a new role – it’s a chance to enjoy an affordable lifestyle, reconnect with nature and be part of a welcoming, close-knit community. As our Catering Manager / Chef, you’ll play an important role in the lives of our residents while enjoying everything this beautiful region has to offer.

https://www.visittenterfield.com.au/

The Role: As our Catering Manager / Chef, you’ll lead the kitchen team in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support the health and wellbeing of our residents. This hands-on role involves overseeing menu planning, stock control and compliance with food safety standards, while ensuring meals are prepared with care, flavour and variety. You’ll manage day-to-day kitchen operations, supervise and roster catering staff, and foster a positive team culture. With a strong focus on fresh, homestyle cooking, you’ll also work closely with residents and care staff to accommodate individual dietary needs and create a dining experience that feels like home.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading and managing the catering team to ensure high standards in food preparation and service.
• Creating seasonal, nutritious, and appetising menus that cater to residents' dietary needs and preferences.
• Ensuring compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards, food safety regulations, and HACCP requirements.
• Engaging with residents to understand their meal preferences and continuously enhance their dining experience.
• Managing kitchen operations, budgets, and staff training to maintain efficiency and quality.

What You’ll Bring:

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or higher
• Food Safety Certificate (mandatory).
• Minimum two years of experience in a similar catering or chef role.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing a kitchen team.
• Knowledge of aged care dietary requirements, including texture-modified diets and food-based supplementation.
• A passion for providing high-quality meals that contribute to a homely and enjoyable dining environment.
• Hold a current NDIS Check (or willing to obtain)

Why Join Us?

• Salary: $73,150k - $85,000k + Penalties + 12% Superannuation + 17.5% Leave Loading
• NFP Salary Packaging: Options of up to $15,900 Tax Free, plus $2,650 Meals & Entertainment Card– https://nationalsalarypackaging.com.au/
• Retail Discounts: Enjoy online + in store discounts with Blue Light Card Australia https://www.bluelightcard.com.au/
• Sponsorship: Employer visa sponsorship available for the right candidate
• Relocation Support: Assistance provided to help you settle into the community of up to $16,500 - https://rurallap.com.au/aged-care-services/relocation-incentives/
• Accommodation: Options available to support your move to Tenterfield
• Care Friends: Refer friends, earn points, and turn them into cash. It’s our way of saying thank you for bringing great people on board!
• EAP: An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)for you and your immediate family. With 24/7 access to a range of benefits with TELUS Health
• Apollo Care: Be part of a rewarding not-for-profit organisation with Award-winning culture programs

Who we are: Tenterfield Care is part of Apollo Care – a national alliance of not-for-profit aged care communities. We combine expert care governance, innovative technology and an award-winning staff culture program, while enhancing resident spaces, hospitality and lifestyle services. Most importantly, we celebrate the uniqueness of each community, making them even better places to live and work.

Interested? We would love to hear from you! Click Apply now and include your resume and cover letter, demonstrating your suitability against the above selection criteria. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and we reserve the right to close this advert once a suitable applicant has accepted a letter of offer.

Role: Chef/Catering Manager
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time | 76 Hours per fortnight
Salary Range: $73,150k - $85,000k based on experience + NFP Salary Packaging
Location: Tenterfield Aged Care Communities, Tenterfield NSW 2372

For more information, please email jobs@apollocare.com.au or visit: https://www.tenterfieldcarecentre.org.au/