Casual Hospital Chef — Elevate Patient Dining

Epworth Healthcare; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 pre-tax

Educational scholarship program

Extra leave opportunities

Reduced health service costs

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Epworth Freemasons in Melbourne seeks casual chefs to ensure high-standard meals for patients, visitors and staff. You will be part of the Food Services team and report to the Head Chef, delivering contemporary meals with a strong focus on patient experience.

Required are a Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery, a Food Handler Certificate, and at least 2 years as a Trade Cook; hospital experience is preferred but not essential. A rotating seven-day roster is expected.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of all cooking and serving elements with strict adherence to food safety.
• Good allergens management and dietary requirements knowledge.
• Experience across production areas, ready-to-eat and fresh meals.
• Willingness to work a rotating seven-day roster including AM/PM, weekends, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality meals to support patient experience.
• Maintain strict food safety and hygiene standards.
• Support colleagues as part of the Food Services team.
• Prepare contemporary meals to enhance patient satisfaction.
• Work independently and timely while upholding Epworth standards.

Skills

Food safety

Allergens management

Team player

Production experience

Flexible roster

Education

Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Epworth Freemasons in Melbourne seeks casual chefs to ensure high-standard meals for patients, visitors and staff. You will be part of the Food Services team and report to the Head Chef, delivering contemporary meals with a strong focus on patient experience.

Required are a Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery, a Food Handler Certificate, and at least 2 years as a Trade Cook; hospital experience is preferred but not essential. A rotating seven-day roster is expected.