Chef

Healthscope; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team culture

Professional development

Career progression

Employee benefits

Job summary

Norwest Private Hospital, part of Healthscope, is seeking a Chef to join its Catering Department in Sydney. You will prepare meals for patients, oversee food safety, and work with a supportive team to deliver high-quality service.

Ideal candidates hold a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, have at least two years of chef experience, and are comfortable with a seven-day roster. Hospital food service experience is desirable, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery is required.
• Minimum two years' experience as a Chef.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Able to work across a 7-day roster, including weekends.
• Hospital, aged care or hotel food service experience is desirable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality food and exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and food items according to approved recipes and dietary requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in food prep areas and kitchen equipment.
• Monitor and maintain food stock levels.
• Record and maintain refrigerator/freezer temperatures per food safety standards.
• Implement and comply with the Food Safety Program.
• Liaise with management and hospital staff.
• Lead, coach and support team members to deliver exceptional service.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

7-day roster

Food safety knowledge

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Excellent work-life balance with flexible rostering
• Ongoing education and professional development opportunities

Are you a qualified Chef looking to apply your skills in a rewarding healthcare environment? Join the Catering Department at Norwest Private Hospital and become part of a well-established and highly respected team.

This role provides an opportunity to work in a supportive environment where you'll contribute to the preparation of high-quality meals for patients while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.

About the Role

As a Chef, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing meals and food items in accordance with approved recipes and dietary requirements
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards within food preparation areas and kitchen equipment
• Monitoring and maintaining food stock levels
• Recording and maintaining refrigerator and freezer temperatures in line with food safety standards
• Implementing and complying with the Food Safety Program
• Liaising effectively with management and hospital staff
• Leading, coaching and supporting team members to deliver exceptional service

About Us

Norwest Private Hospital is a 277-bed, high-acuity facility located in Sydney's rapidly growing North West region. Operated by Healthscope, one of Australia's leading private healthcare providers, the hospital offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical and maternity services.

To learn more, visit: www.norwestprivatehospital.com.au

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
• Minimum two years' experience working as a Chef
• Strong knowledge and understanding of HACCP principles and food safety standards
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Availability to work across a 7-day roster, including weekends
• Experience in a hospital, aged care or hotel food service environment (desirable)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to delivering high-quality food and exceptional customer service

What We Offer

• Supportive and friendly team culture
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Career progression within Healthscope
• Employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patients' healthcare experience

Why Healthscope?

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care . Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

You’ll also benefit from:

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
• Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
• Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth

We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together .

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

More Information

Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.