Cook

St Vincent's Health Australia; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Novated leasing options

Meals & Entertainment card

Free uniforms and training

Free flu vaccination

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport access

Job summary

St Vincent's Private Hospital Brisbane is seeking an experienced Cook to join our Food Services team on a casual basis. You will prepare quality meals for patients, ensuring nutrition and presentation meet high hospital standards, while collaborating with a dedicated team in a supportive environment.

To be successful, you will hold a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, current Food Safety certification, and at least two years’ experience in a commercial kitchen; healthcare experience is

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and food safety certification are required.
• Minimum two years’ experience in a cooking role.
• Experience in a commercial kitchen environment.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, hygiene, infection control and food safety practices.
• Work health and safety and manual handling knowledge.
• Healthcare or aged care experience is desirable.
• Available to work across a 7-day rotating roster, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality meals for patients in a timely manner.
• Contribute to nutritious meal planning and presentation.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety in the kitchen.

Skills

Food prep

Hygiene

Healthcare awareness

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Food Safety certification

Job description

About the opportunity

St Vincent's Private Hospital Brisbane is seeking an experienced and motivated Cook to join our Food Services team on a casual basis. In this rewarding role, you'll play an important part in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that contribute to the wellbeing and recovery of our patients. Working within a supportive hospital environment, you'll collaborate with a dedicated team committed to excellence in patient care and service.

Things that work for you

• Competitive hourly rates and paid approved overtime
• Excellent salary packaging options up to $15,990, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annum
• Free uniforms and training
• Opportunity to work for the nation's largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive vision
• Free annual flu vaccination
• Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families
• Access to Fitness Passport (FP)

About you

You're someone who enjoys preparing quality food, takes pride in your work and understands the impact a good meal can have on a patient's day. You'll bring:

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent recognised qualification
• Current Food Safety/Food Handling certification
• Minimum two years' experience in a cooking role
• Experience working in a commercial kitchen environment
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, hygiene, infection control and food safety practices
• Understanding of Workplace Health and Safety requirements and safe manual handling practices
• Previous experience within healthcare or aged care environments (desirable)
• Availability to work a variety of shifts across a 7-day rotating roster, including weekends

About our hospital

St Vincent's Private Hospital Brisbane specialises in healthcare for people with chronic, complex and multiple health needs. We have over 450 experienced and qualified medical, nursing, allied health and support staff working to deliver excellent care. A workplace where everyone belongs: At St Vincent's, we are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace where all people feel respected, valued and supported to thrive. We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation and improving employment outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.

Pre-Employment checks

St Vincent's has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) in healthcare settings and evidence may be required for proof of immunity.

Reconciliation Action Plan

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [e-mail]

View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct

Closing Date

4 November 2026 11:59pm

Company background

St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more.