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Meat Supply for Aged Care Facilities in Australia
Trusted, Nutrient-Rich, and Consistent Meat Solutions for Residential Aged Care Providers
In aged care kitchens, quality, consistency and nutrition aren’t optional — they’re essential. At University Meat, we specialise in reliable meat supply for aged care facilities across Australia, supporting aged care chefs, catering managers, and kitchen teams with premium cuts and custom solutions tailored to elderly dietary needs.
Whether you're running a small residential home or managing large-scale food service across multiple aged care locations, we provide dependable, HACCP-certified meat deliveries designed to meet the highest industry standards.
Looking for a reliable meat supply for aged care facilities in Australia?
University Meat provides HACCP-certified, portion-controlled meat solutions tailored to the dietary, operational and nutritional needs of aged care kitchens. We specialise in consistent, safe and nutrient-rich meat deliveries to support resident health and aged care food service compliance.
Introduction – Supporting Aged Care with Trusted Meat Supply
In aged care, every meal counts — not just for nutrition, but for dignity, comfort and quality of life. Residents in aged care facilities often require meals that are easy to chew, rich in protein, low in fat and sodium, and carefully portioned to meet specific health needs.
At University Meat, we understand these unique requirements and have developed a specialised meat supply service for aged care facilities that prioritises consistency, food safety and nutrition. With decades of experience supplying healthcare and institutional kitchens, we partner with aged care providers across Australia to deliver premium meat products that support dietitian-approved menus, texture-modified diets and resident satisfaction.
Whether you’re preparing meals for 40 or 400 residents, our team ensures your facility receives the right cuts, at the right time, prepared to your specifications — with no compromise on quality, safety, or service.
Why Choose University Meat for Aged Care Meat Supply?
At University Meat, we specialise in meat supply for aged care facilities, offering solutions that are not only nutritious and high-quality, but also logistically reliable and fully compliant with food safety regulations.
We know that aged care kitchens operate under strict requirements — balancing nutrition, soft food textures, food safety, and service reliability. That’s why our entire supply process is tailored to meet the unique needs of residential aged care homes, retirement villages, and healthcare food service providers.
What Sets Our Aged Care Meat Supply Apart:
- Portion-controlled cuts for easy meal planning and consistent serving sizes
- Texture-modified meat options suitable for Level 5 and Level 6 IDDSI diets
- Low-fat, low-sodium, and high-protein meat products tailored for elderly nutrition
- Reliable weekly deliveries with strict cold-chain management
- Customised orders for small facilities and large multi-site providers alike
- HACCP-certified processing for full food safety assurance
- Local and ethically sourced meat supporting Australian producers
Whether you need lean beef mince for cottage pie, slow-cook lamb for stews, or finely diced chicken for soft diets, we can provide it — packed and portioned exactly the way your aged care kitchen requires.
“Our focus is on supplying aged care facilities with consistent, safe and nutritious meat — because we understand the vital role food plays in the wellbeing of elderly Australians.”
Nutritional Meat Supply for Elderly Diets
One of the biggest challenges in aged care is ensuring meals are not only appealing but also meet the complex dietary needs of older residents. Our meat supply for aged care facilities is specifically designed to support aged care chefs and dietitians in delivering balanced, protein-rich meals that aid muscle maintenance, recovery, and overall health.
Available Options Include:
- Lean beef mince (ideal for low-fat, high-iron meals)
- Chicken thigh and breast fillets (high in protein, easy to cook and serve)
- Tender diced beef and lamb (suitable for soft-texture and slow-cooked dishes)
- Pureed and minced meats prepared to specification for residents with swallowing difficulties
- Custom sausage and burger blends with reduced sodium and fat levels
We work closely with dietitians and aged care chefs to ensure your menu offerings not only meet the Aged Care Quality Standards, but also promote enjoyment, comfort, and dignity at mealtimes.
Did you know? Seniors need more protein per kilogram of body weight than younger adults. Our aged care meat supply ensures kitchens can meet this demand with ease and quality.
Custom Delivery and Portioning for Aged Care Kitchens
No two aged care kitchens are the same — and your meat supplier shouldn’t treat them as such. At University Meat, we offer flexible, customisable meat supply for aged care facilities that adapts to your operational needs, storage capabilities, and menu planning requirements.
We understand the pressures on catering teams in aged care: portion control, dietary compliance, limited preparation time, and avoiding food waste. That’s why our meat deliveries are tailored to be kitchen-ready, portion-perfect, and easy to integrate into your daily service routine.
Our Aged Care Meat Supply Offers:
- Vacuum-sealed or fresh packaging, depending on your storage needs
- Bulk or portion-controlled packaging, ideal for individual servings or batch cooking
- Pre-diced, sliced, minced or pureed options, prepared to your spec
- Regular delivery schedules, including weekly or twice-weekly drop-offs
- Cold chain logistics to ensure strict temperature compliance from processing to plate
We also accommodate requests for:
- Halal-certified meats
- Low-allergen products
- Custom trim or fat content
- Mixed meat boxes for varied weekly menus
Whether you're catering to 50 residents or 500, we ensure your aged care kitchen has exactly the right meat, in the right format, at the right time — every time.
With University Meat’s tailored supply model, aged care kitchens can spend less time preparing and more time serving nutritious, comforting meals that meet both dietary standards and resident satisfaction.
Looking for a Trusted Meat Supplier for Aged Care Facilities?
When it comes to feeding Australia’s elderly population, quality and reliability are non-negotiable. At University Meat, we’re proud to support aged care providers with a dependable, nutrition-focused meat supply for aged care facilities that helps chefs and food service teams deliver with confidence.
From lean beef mince and texture-modified lamb to portioned chicken and bulk slow-cook cuts, our team works with you to ensure every delivery is tailored, compliant, and kitchen-ready.
We don't just supply meat — we partner with aged care kitchens to help improve mealtime outcomes, streamline operations, and support the wellbeing of residents across the country.
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Let’s discuss how we can support your aged care facility with safe, high-quality meat supply solutions.
Based in Melbourne | Delivering across Victoria & nationwide
HACCP-Certified | Portion-Controlled | Dietitian-Friendly
Your residents deserve the best. And so do your kitchen staff. Let University Meat be your trusted partner in aged care meat supply.
