At a Glance
- Tasks: Cook delicious, healthy meals for students and staff in a vibrant school environment.
- Company: Join Cater Care, a proud Australian-owned catering company with 25 years of excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, employee discounts, ongoing training, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Work Monday to Friday, 6:30 am to 2:30 pm, in a modern kitchen with growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by serving nutritious meals to a thriving school community.
- Qualifications: Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery and Food Safety Supervisor certification required.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
- Breakfast Chef - St Gregory's College Cafe - Full Time
- Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
St Gregory's College is looking for a skilled and dedicated Chef to oversee culinary operations for breakfast and canteen lunches for students and staff.
In this high-impact role, you will manage daily kitchen operations, prepare nutritious meals, and uphold rigorous food safety standards.
This is an ideal opportunity if you excel in a structured, fast-paced setting and take pride in serving wholesome food to a vibrant school community
Job Description
Roster : Monday - Friday 6:30 am to 2:30 pm
Your Role
- Cook delicious, healthy, and high-quality meals for students and staff.
- Manage all culinary tasks smoothly, from bulk food prep to attractive plating.
- Strictly oversee allergen safety and special dietary requirements to safeguard student health.
- Maintain an immaculate work area adhering to statutory food hygiene standards.
- Collaborate effectively with team members to ensure smooth, positive shift operations.
Your Role
- Plan, prep, and execute daily hot and cold meal service for 500+ students and college staff, ensuring balanced nutrition and appealing presentation.
- Manage end-to-end morning kitchen production, including high-volume batch cooking, ingredient assembly, and timely café counter replenishment.
- Manage allergy logs and prepare custom dietary meals (e. g., gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-aware) with zero cross-contamination tolerance.
- Uphold 100% compliance with HACCP and local statutory food safety regulations, conducting daily temperature checks and equipment sanitations.
- Assist with stock control, inventory receiving, and minimizing daily kitchen food waste.
- Collaborate closely with the Cafe Manager and kitchen team during peak meal periods to maintain smooth, on-time service flow.
- Desired Skills and Experience
What We Offer
- Exclusive access to the Relish employee benefits program, features savings at over 450 major retailers.
- Competitive remuneration package backed by a leading national hospitality organization.
- A safe, modern kitchen workspace with a friendly and supportive team culture.
- Full uniforms supplied on site, eliminating laundry hassles.
- Ongoing skill development through accredited hospitality training programs.
- What We Are Looking For
- Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery along with an active Food Safety Supervisor certification.
- Valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) for NSW (or willingness to obtain one prior to commencement).
- Proven experience in high-volume catering, commercial kitchens, or school/institutional food service environments.
- Strong practical knowledge of HACCP guidelines, allergen protocols, and food hygiene standards.
- Punctual, reliable, and comfortable working consistent early morning shifts (6:30 am start).
- Why Join Cater Care
Cater Care is a proud, 100% Australian-owned contract catering company boasting 25 years of industry excellence.
We deliver quality services across sectors such as Education, Aged Care, Retail, and Remote sites.
Guided by our core values of Care, Pride, and Community, we foster inclusion, work-life flexibility, and meaningful career pathways.
We strongly encourage applications from First Nations peoples.
Breakfast Chef - St Gregory's College Cafe - Full Time in Sydney employer: Cater Care
Cater Care is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. As a School Dining Lead Chef, you will enjoy a competitive salary, a school-term roster that promotes work-life balance, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives through nutritious meal preparation in a prestigious Western Australian school.
