Chef

HealthShare NSW; Northern Beaches Council; On-site; AUD 64,426 - 78,743; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great leave conditions

Salary packaging and novated leasing

Wellbeing programs

Career development opportunities

Community contribution rewards

Job summary

HealthShare NSW seeks a dedicated Chef to join the team at Northern Beaches Hospital. This role involves designing nourishing menus, preparing meals, and upholding high food safety standards in a HACCP-accredited environment.

The ideal candidate thrives in teamwork and independently, delivering quality meals that enhance patient care while enjoying excellent leave conditions and commitment to staff wellness.

Qualifications

• Experienced in menu design and food preparation.
• Knowledgeable in HACCP standards and food safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Design menus and prepare meals for patients.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Maintain high cleaning standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Food safety standards

Menu design

Cooking

Teamwork

Job description

Remuneration

$71,585.35 per annum plus shift allowances, including 12% superannuation

Location

Northern Beaches Hospital

HealthShare NSW is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and we encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, LGBTIQ+ communities, veterans, carers and people with disability.

About the opportunity

Are you passionate about creating delicious, nourishing meals that make a difference in people's lives? As a Chef, you’ll play a vital role in designing menus, preparing and cooking meals, and ensuring food safety standards are met for patients at our Northern Beaches Hospital. Working within a HACCP-accredited environment, you’ll be responsible for maintaining high food safety and cleaning standards.

We’re looking for someone who thrives both in a team and working independently, brings a cheerful and supportive attitude, and takes pride in delivering quality meals that support patient care.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today, and let’s work together to make a difference.

About us

HealthShare NSW touches the lives of NSW Health employees and patients every single day by delivering services that keep our public hospitals and health facilities running.

Watch Our HealthShare NSW story video to learn more about the work we do and the diverse range of roles we have on offer.

Additional benefits

We reward our employees with a terrific range of benefits, including:

• Great leave conditions: enjoy one day off each month as an ADO, annual leave loading (a bonus extra payment of 17.5%) and 14 weeks’ paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Salary packaging and novated leasing: you can access up to $2782 extra per year in your pay
• Wellbeing programs: access an array of wellbeing programs designed to support your physical, mental, and emotional health
• Commitment to career development: expansive free online training, talent programs, study leave and internal development opportunities to accelerate your career
• Rewarding role and community contribution: make a difference in people's lives by assisting those in need and actively contributing to your community.

Please note some benefits may only apply to certain employment types. Further information on our wide range of benefits is available here.

How to apply

• Click Apply Now at the top of the job advertisement: https://jobs.health.nsw.gov.au/healthshare/jobs/chef-northern-beaches-339937
• Attach your resume and a cover letter addressing the essential requirements/Public Sector Capability Framework outlined in the position description
• Applications without a cover letter addressing the essential requirements will not be considered. Your cover letter must be tailored in line with the position description for the role. For further information on how to prepare your application Writing your application | Find your next role in the public sector I Work for NSW

Additional information

• Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description
• If successful following the application close date, you will be required to attend interview as well as reference checks
• Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, or valid work visa). Permanent roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents, while temporary and casual roles welcome applicants with a visa.
• This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and Tuberculosis (TB) screening. Refer to NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 12) for a complete list of required vaccines. During application, please upload OASV Undertaking/Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool with any vaccination evidence you have.
• If you are identified as a preferred candidate and are external to HealthShare NSW, you will be required to complete a physical pre-employment health assessment (at no cost to you) to confirm your ability to safely perform the duties of the role. Employment is subject to successful completion of all pre-employment checks.
• An eligibility list from this recruitment may be created for future casual, permanent, or temporary full-time or part-time positions within the next 6 months.

Contact information

Please contact the hiring manager listed in the job advertisement if you have any questions about this role.

For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to a HealthShare NSW Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact our Aboriginal Workforce team via the contact details listed in the job advertisement. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

If you need any adjustments to the recruitment or interview process (e.g. physical accessibility, interview setup, or scheduling), please contact our Diversity and Inclusion team via the contact details listed in the job advertisement, and let them know. Candidates with a disability can also use this email for confidential advice and support during the recruitment process.

View the full job advertisements and apply now

https://jobs.health.nsw.gov.au/healthshare/jobs/chef-northern-beaches-339937