Cater Care
Second Chef - Alphington
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Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Alphington
Job Category: Commercial Kitchen, Customer Service, Food Safety, Kitchen, Trade Qualified - Chef
Join Our Kitchen Team - Second Chef Opportunity
Location: Alphington, Victoria
Salary: $75,000 + Super
Job Type: Full-Time | Monday to Friday
Cater Care is seeking a Second Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality, high-volume catering.
This is a hands-on role with opportunity to develop leadership capability while working in a structured, supportive environment. You will be involved in daily kitchen operations, staff support, and maintaining consistent food quality and service standards.
If you are organised, proactive, and passionate about leading and supporting kitchen teams, this could be your next career step.
Job Description
What We Offer
- Monday to Friday roster - no weekends
- Uniform provided
- Career development within a national organisation
- Employee discounts at 650+ retailers
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Key Responsibilities
- Overseeing kitchen operations, staff supervision, training, and rosters
- Performing all aspects of kitchen work, including bulk cooking and tray service
- Preparing high-volume meals to specification with consistent quality and presentation
- Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, WHS, and cleanliness standards
- Acting as a liaison between Front of House and kitchen teams
About You
Desired Skills and Experience
- Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)
- Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (preferred or willing to obtain upon commencement)
- Previous experience as a Chef or Second Chef in a similar environment
- Strong organisation, multitasking, and time-management skills
- Confident communicator with the ability to support team coordination
- Working With Children Check and National Criminal History Check (or willingness to obtain)
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About Us
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.
How To Apply
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.
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