Head Chef

🌟 Chef and Catering Manager – Uniting Berrigan 🌟
📍 Located in the tranquil country town of Berrigan, NSW – perfect for those seeking a tree change in a beautiful setting!
✨ Relocation assistance and temporary accommodation provided for up to 1 month.

Are you ready to lead with purpose and passion? Join Uniting Berrigan as our Chef and Catering Manager, where your culinary expertise will make a real difference in the lives of our clients.

About the Role

As part of our collaborative Uniting team, you’ll:

• Work closely with care teams to deliver nutritious and holistic catering services.
• Manage the catering function, leading a team and engaging with external service operators, catering providers, and suppliers.
• Oversee menu planning, food preparation, and service delivery tailored to the unique needs of our clients.
• Maintain strict adherence to hygiene and safety standards in food preparation and storage.
• Manage ordering, delivery, and inventory processes to ensure seamless operations.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Provide visible leadership in Work Health & Safety (WH&S), fostering a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to translate strategic objectives into actionable plans for your team.
• Ensure your team is equipped with the resources and skills to deliver high-quality results.
• Stay informed of industry trends and contribute to the development of innovative service improvements.

Specifically, You Will:

• Prepare and cook daily meals with care and attention to client needs.
• Develop and maintain rotating menus in consultation with area managers and clients.
• Oversee the safe storage and protection of food and catering supplies.
• Manage delivery documentation and ensure accuracy with purchase orders.

About You

• Qualifications: Certificate in hospitality or a related field.
• Experience: Proven competence in managing catering services, with a strong focus on leadership and teamwork.
• Passionate about delivering high-quality meals and creating a positive dining experience.

Why Join Uniting Berrigan?

• Experience the charm of Berrigan, a serene country town offering a peaceful lifestyle and a welcoming community.
• Be part of a supportive and caring team making a meaningful impact every day.
• Benefit from relocation assistance and up to 1 month of temporary accommodation to help you settle in.
• Enjoy a role that offers variety, challenge, and the chance to grow your career.

Apply today and bring your passion for food and leadership to Uniting Berrigan!

What We Offer You:

• A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
• Up to $18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
• Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
• Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.
• A supportive and inclusive, and collaborative work environment
• A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career  
• Purchase of additional leave

Click here to find out more about our great benefits: Benefits of working at Uniting 

About Uniting Aged Care
When you’re part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.

We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.

Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work. 

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

How to Apply 

If you see yourself in this role, we’d love to hear from you. Just click on the ‘Apply now’ button, fill out your details and submit. 

Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.