Who are we?
Clayton Church Homes is a leading provider of residential aged care, retirement living, and home care services across metropolitan Adelaide and the Adelaide Hills. We are dedicated to offering the highest level of physical, emotional, and pastoral support.
With a proud history spanning more than fifty years, Clayton Church Homes has been delivering aged care services that enhance the independence, wellbeing, and lifestyle of older South Australians.
The comfort and welfare of our residents and clients are at the heart of everything we do. We take pride in fostering genuine, caring relationships with those we serve.
We are now seeking a dedicated Sous Chefs to join our aged care teams at our Residential Facilities across our five locations in Magill, Prospect and Elizabeth and our Adelaide Hills locations in Summerhill and Woodside at to help deliver nutritious, high‑quality meals that bring comfort, enjoyment, and wellbeing to our residents.
About the Role
As our Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef and kitchen team to prepare and deliver meals that meet dietary needs, cultural considerations, and individual preferences of residents. You’ll play a key role in supporting day‑to‑day kitchen operations, maintaining food safety standards, and creating a warm, positive dining experience.
- Assist the Head Chef with menu planning, food preparation, and meal service.
- Ensure meals are prepared to a high standard, meeting nutritional and dietary requirements (including texture modified or specialised diets).
- Oversee kitchen staff during shifts and provide hands‑on training and support.
- Maintain strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, and aged‑care industry standards.
- Support stock control, ordering, and inventory management.
- Contribute to a respectful, collaborative, and resident‑focused kitchen environment.
- Experienced and sound understanding of International Dysphagia Diet
- Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI)
About You
You are a highly experienced Sous Chef with previous experience in an aged care or healthcare setting. With excellent communication and teamwork skills and an ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards.
A genuine passion for improving the daily lives of residents through quality food will see you successful in this dynamic and rewarding role.
What you will bring
- Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent).
- Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or equivalent)
- HLTSS00061 – Food Safety Supervision Skill Set – for community services and health industries; or
- SITSS00069 – Food Safety Supervision Skill Set
- Knowledge and understanding of the Aged Care Standards, with particular regard to Standard 6 Food and Nutrition
- Current or a willingness to obtain a National Police Clearance (Aged care/Vulnerable)
Why Join Us?
- Salary packaging options, including meals and entertainment
- Career milestones acknowledgements and service awards
- Corporate health plan offering discounted health insurance
- Influenza vaccination program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture.
- Opportunities for ongoing training, development, and career progression.
- Meaningful work that genuinely impacts the lives of older Australians.
How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in joining Clayton Church Homes, we appreciate the time and effort it takes to prepare and submit your application. We will screen applications as they are received, so if you are interested apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role.
Pay: $73,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
