Chef

Pindara Private Hospital; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Flexible rostering

Employee discounts

Job summary

Pindara Private Hospital is seeking a Part-Time Chef to prepare and deliver high-quality meals for patients, staff and visitors. The role sits within a supportive kitchen team and focuses on maintaining food quality, hygiene and safety, while contributing to day-to-day operations.

You will work in a busy hospital environment, following established menus and dietary requirements, with an emphasis on teamwork and timely meal delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience with food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus and dietary requirements.
• Strong focus on quality and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with established menus, recipes and dietary requirements.
• Ensure meals are prepared to a high standard of quality, taste and presentation.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and infection prevention procedures at all times.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and appropriately.
• Work collaboratively with Catering team to ensure meals are delivered on time.

Skills

Food safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant qualifications

Job description

Join the Catering team at Pindara Private Hospital as a Part-Time Chef, where you will play an important role in preparing and delivering high-quality meals for our patients, staff and visitors.

Working within a supportive and collaborative kitchen team, you will contribute to the smooth day-to-day operation of the hospital kitchen while maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and safety.

About You

You are a passionate and reliable Chef who takes pride in preparing quality meals and working as part of a busy team. You bring a strong focus on food safety, attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently while maintaining high standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with established menus, recipes and dietary requirements
• Ensure meals are prepared to a high standard of quality, taste and presentation
• Assist with food preparation across different areas of the kitchen
• Follow food safety, hygiene and infection prevention procedures at all times
• Ensure appropriate food handling, storage and temperature control practices are maintained
• Assist with stock control, ordering and appropriate storage of food supplies
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and appropriately
• Work collaboratively with Catering team members to ensure meals are prepared and delivered on time
• Support the provision of meals that meet individual patient dietary requirements
• Contribute to continuous improvement and maintain a strong focus on quality and customer service

You Will Also Bring

• Relevant qualifications and a minimum 3 years' experience as a Chef
• Experience working in a commercial kitchen or similar environment
• Sound knowledge of food preparation, food safety and hygiene practices
• Ability to follow recipes, menus and dietary requirements accurately
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment
• A reliable, positive and professional approach to work
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality, safety and presentation
• Willingness to work a flexibly roster Morning/Afternoon and Weekends

What's in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Grow your careerwith recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
• Save more every daywith Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
• Enjoy peace of mindwith lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
• Find balancethrough flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
• Increase your take-home paythrough salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay:

At Ramsay Health Care, "people caring for people" is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

• Australia's largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
• A values-led workplace where you'll be supported personally and professionally
• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.