Food Service Team Leader

Are you an experienced catering professional with a passion for creating delicious meals that cater to a variety of dietary needs? Do you thrive in a supportive team environment and enjoy getting to know the people you cook for?

Join us as our Food Services Team Leader, where you’ll manage a dedicated kitchen team, delivering tasty, nutritious meals that bring our residents together and create a warm, community-centered dining experience at a Retirement Home based in Johnsonville.

In this dynamic role, you’ll oversee the daily operations of Cashmere Home’s kitchen, ensuring the preparation of high-quality meals that meet diverse dietary requirements. Working Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, you’ll enjoy a great work-life balance without the long or anti-social hours often found in hospitality.

About Us: We create an age-friendly Retirement Home where companionship, variety, fun, and meaningful activity thrive. Our shared spaces buzz with conversations, laughter, and connection. You’ll be part of a family-style environment where residents and staff support each other to create a true sense of home.

Key responsibilities include: • Preparing and cooking meals that delight our residents. • Leading and coordinating a team of Weekend Cooks and Kitchen Hands. • Managing resources, budgeting effectively, and reducing food wastage. • Upholding food safety regulations and maintaining hygiene standards. • Collaborating on special events and celebrations to create memorable dining experiences.

About You You’re a calm, well-organized professional with a passion for providing quality meals in a supportive environment. With strong leadership skills and the ability to cater for a variety of dietary needs, you’ll take pride in creating meals that make a difference in the lives of our elders.

Key requirements include: • Work experience in a similar role. • Leadership experience in a hospitality environment. • Ability to cater for diverse dietary needs, including modified meals. • A full driver’s license to deliver meals to our sister site, Cashmere Heights. • Ability to drive manual work van (training can be provided to learn how to drive manual). • Flexibility to accommodate special events and celebrations. • Can pass all pre-employment checks (MOJ and Police)

Here’s what you can expect: • Competitive pay: $28.50–$31.66 per hour. • Balanced lifestyle: Regular hours with no late nights or split shifts. • Professional development: Paid study days, training opportunities, and nationally recognized qualifications. • Employee wellbeing: Regular activities, free flu vaccinations, and access to retail and health insurance discounts. • A supportive team that shares a common purpose and loves what they do.

If you’re ready to lead our kitchen team and make a real difference in the lives of our residents, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join us in creating a warm, welcoming home where every meal is made with care and heart.