Chef

St John Of God Health Care; Sydney; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 71,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

12% Superannuation

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development opportunities

Staff discounts

Job summary

St John of God Health Care Burwood Hospital is seeking a Permanent Part Time Chef to join our hospital kitchen team. You will prepare high-quality meals for patients, visitors and staff in a supportive healthcare environment, with opportunities to cover as Chef Supervisor.

The role offers salary packaging benefits, 12% superannuation, ongoing development and training, and shifts across Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday with occasional weekend cover.

Qualifications

• Food safety and quality standards are essential.
• Food Handler Certificate or equivalent is required.
• Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment and knowledge of NSW Health food safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, appetising meals for patients, visitors and staff.
• Collaborate with the catering team and support the Chef Supervisor when needed.
• Lead kitchen operations in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Assist with functions and contribute to a welcoming dining experience.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Food safety

Food Handler Certificate

Independent work

Job description

St John of God Burwood Hospital

St John of God Burwood Hospital is a 95-bed private mental health hospital providing comprehensive mental health care services.

Our committed team of psychiatrists, psychologists, specialist mental health nurses and other allied health professionals recognise you as an individual and tailor programs specifically to your needs to help you return to a rewarding and fulfilling life.

We offer a range of treatments for conditions including depression, mood disorders, anxiety, psychosis, perinatal mental health issues and general psychiatry services including ECT and TMS.

About the role

We are looking for a Permanent Part Time Chef (60 hours per fortnight) to join our friendly team at St John of God Burwood Hospital. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys preparing quality food and creating a welcoming experience for patients, visitors and staff in a supportive healthcare environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and versatile Chef to prepare high-quality, appetising meals for patients, visitors and staff while helping create a warm and welcoming dining experience. In this hands-on role, you will work collaboratively with the catering team, prepare food for functions as required, and have the opportunity to step into the Chef Supervisor position when needed.

Regular shifts are available on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, with additional opportunities to pick up extra shifts covering leave periods and weekends. Full buddy training will be provided, along with ongoing development opportunities and exposure to a diverse international menu, making this an ideal role for someone looking to broaden their skills in a supportive healthcare environment.

If you're reliable, organised, able to work independently and enjoy a fast-paced kitchen environment, we'd love to hear from you. Enjoy salary packaging benefits, a supportive team culture and a convenient location close to public transport.

Your skills and experience

You will have strong leadership and organisational skills, a commitment to food safety and quality standards, and a Food Handler Certificate (or equivalent). Experience working independently in a fast-paced kitchen environment and a sound understanding of NSW Health food safety requirements will be highly regarded.

Above all, people will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

We can offer you

Salary $64,346 to $71284 per annum (pro rata for part time), plus12% superannuation

Permanent Part time Position, working up to 60 hours a fortnight.

Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:

• Novated leasing
• work related expenses
• self-education and

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Opportunities for additional shifts covering annual leave, sick leave and operational requirements

A welcoming & supportive culture

Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance

Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Innovative Professional Development opportunities

• Access to a range of Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing rewards and discounts

For enquiries, contact Joseph Koyappillil Head Chef, on

At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.

All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.