Chef Manager- Footscray

Full Time | Leading Not‑for‑Profit Aged Care Provider Enjoy Optimum Salary Packaging Benefits

At Royal Freemasons, your work has real purpose. Every day, you’ll help create moments of comfort, dignity and joy for older people — and you’ll do it with a team that values compassion, professionalism and genuine care.

The Opportunity

You will deliver an exceptional dining experience for residents, overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations — including menu planning, food quality, staff leadership, hygiene standards and budgeting. Your regular working hours will be between 9:00 and 17:00, providing consistency and balance in your day.

Your leadership will ensure our residents enjoy nutritious, beautifully prepared meals in a warm, welcoming and well‑managed environment.

Your responsibilities 

• Leading and mentoring Cooks and Kitchen Assistants
• Managing rosters, budgets and daily kitchen operations
• Overseeing menu reviews and nutritional standards
• Maintaining excellent hygiene, safety and compliance
• Creating a positive, respectful and collaborative team culture

Who We are Looking For 

• Trade Certificate or Diploma in Cookery
• Experience in Aged Care or similar environment (ideal)
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to problem‑solve and maintain high quality standards
• Computer literacy and confidence with documentation
• Warm, professional manner and genuine respect for older people
• NDIS Worker Screening Check & COVID‑19 vaccination
• Understanding of Traditional Asian Meals — Ability to plan and prepare authentic traditional Asian dishes that meet cultural expectations, dietary needs and aged‑care nutrition standards.

Why Join Royal Freemasons 

• Chef‑friendly hours that support real work–life balance
• No split shifts — predictable, consistent scheduling
• Modern, well‑equipped kitchens with strong OH&S systems and safe workflows
• Access Pay salary packaging benefits including dining and accommodation options
• A supportive, values‑driven workplace with a long, proud history of serving older Australians 

Ready to bring your skills to a place where your work truly matters? Apply today and join a team that makes every day brighter for our residents.