Chef

Sjog; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 64,000 - 71,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

12% superannuation

Employee discount

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development

Job summary

St John of God Burwood Hospital is seeking a Permanent Part-time Chef to join our dedicated catering team. The role involves hands-on cooking for patients, visitors and staff, plus contribution to the hospital dining experience in a supportive healthcare setting.

You will lead in a fast-paced kitchen, ensure NSW Health food safety standards are met, and have opportunities to step into the Chef Supervisor position. Regular shifts include Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri with extra shifts possible.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a fast-paced kitchen
• Commitment to food safety and quality standards
• Ability to work independently and in a team

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals for patients, visitors and staff
• Collaborate with catering team on daily menus and functions
• Assume Chef Supervisor responsibilities when required
• Work flexible shifts including weekends as needed

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

Food safety knowledge

Education

Food Handler Certificate

Job description

Chef# Careers## ChefApply: Burwood, New South Wales: Part time: Posted Today: End Date: November 26, 2026 (27 days left to apply): JR-19522**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:o Novated leasingo work related expenseso self-education and* undefined· 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 0413 996 728*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.*### Join St John of God Health CareAt St John of God Health Care we support you to be the best health care professional or support worker you can be. With strong team environments, opportunities for development and promotion, and where our leaders are visible and accessible. As one of the largest Catholic providers of health care services in Australia, St John of God Health Care is a great place to work with loads of opportunities, benefits to support you, and a great work life balance. Our caregivers come from diverse backgrounds and belief systems and you don’t need to be Catholic to work with us.### Working at St John of God Burwood HospitalSt John of God Burwood Hospital is an inner-city mental health hospital which provides a comprehensive range of outpatient and inpatient services. The hospital has a strong reputation for perinatal mental health, having established the first mother and baby unit in Sydney.