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
• Warm, professional manner and genuine respect for older people
• Possesses strong communication skills in Chinese and or Vietnamese
• 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
• 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.