Chef

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

Job Description

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.

At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

There are currently casual chef positions based at Epworth Freemasons, whereyou will be responsible forensuring the food services provided to our patients, visitors and staff is of the highest standards at all times. You will be part of the Food Services team and report to Head Chef.

You will make an impact by:

• Being passionate about delivering exceptional food to boost the patient experience,
• Being accountable in the quality of your meals prepared,
• Being a team player and assisting colleagues as required,
• Being innovative in preparing contemporary meals to improve the overall patient satisfaction
• Working independently and timely whilst maintaining our standards.

To be successful in this role…

You will have:

• A certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery
• A Food Handler Certificate (Min - Level 1 Or willing to obtain)
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Trade Cook
• Hospital experience preferred, but not essential.
• Exceptional knowledge of all elements of cooking and serving, and strict adhered to food safety.
• A solid understanding of allergens management and dietary requirements.
• Previous experience in all areas of production, ready to eat meals and cook fresh meals.
• The availability to work a rotating seven-day roster including AM and PM shifts, weekends and public holidays
• A professional, can do, team approach to your work
• Drive to enhancing the patient experience through outstanding food service delivery

Position Description Inherent Requirements

We will review applications as we receive them.

About Epworth Freemasons

Located in East Melbourne, close to public transport and the CBD, Epworth Freemasons provides a range of world‑class health services. As one of Victoria's leading maternity hospitals, Epworth Freemasons specialises in women’s and men’s health services including breast and gynaecological surgery, endoscopy and urology. Epworth Freemasons also offers comprehensive cancer care, and a full range of surgical services, including robotic assisted surgery, orthopaedics and ICU care.

Epworth Freemasons has recently upgraded and expanded its operating theatres and admissions facilities, along with major refurbishments of patient rooms and building infrastructure.

Additional Information

Why Join Epworth?

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• Relocation assistance is available for approvedcandidates

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds.

We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier‑free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Ready to Make a Difference?

For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact[emailprotected]or call(03) 9426 0***.

Itis a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values.

We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in.

At Epworth, we care.