Cook -Casual

Yorke And Northern Local Health Network; Orroroo; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Yorke and Northern Local Health Network is seeking a Cook on a casual, part‑time basis at Yorke and Mid North. The role focuses on preparing and serving nutritious meals for clients, while adhering to food safety and dietary requirements.

You will work with the Catering and Utilities Team Leader and a multidisciplinary team to deliver quality dining experiences. Ideal candidates have bulk meal preparation and dietary catering experience, strong teamwork and communication, with proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bulk meal preparation and dietary catering experience.
• Strong communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Initiative, flexibility and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, plate and distribute meals.
• Cater for dietary, nutritional and special meal requirements.
• Order supplies and manage stock and bulk food requirements.
• Operate kitchen equipment and maintain food safety standards.
• Support kitchen coordination and care teams.

Skills

Bulk meal preparation

Dietary catering

Communication skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Initiative

Flexibility

Ability to meet deadlines

Sound judgement

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cook -Casual

Job no: ******

Work type: Casual

Location: Yorke and Mid North

Categories: Catering and Hospitality

• Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Orroroo
• Salary: WHD4 - $34.59 to $35.28 per hour + 25% casual loading
• Employment Casual Contracts (multiple positions)
• Eligibility Open to Everyone

Cook Up Care, Connection & Quality Every Day

About This Role

Looking for a rewarding permanent part‑time opportunity where your cooking skills make a real difference? Join our healthcare team and help provide nutritious meals that support the health and wellbeing of our clients.

Working with the Catering and Utilities Team Leader and multidisciplinary team, you’ll help deliver a safe, efficient food service and positive dining experience. In this role, you will:

• Prepare, cook, plate and distribute meals
• Cater for dietary, nutritional and special meal requirements
• Order supplies and manage stock and bulk food requirements
• Operate kitchen equipment and maintain food safety standards
• Support kitchen coordination and care teams

About You

We’re looking for a flexible, team‑focused Cook with:

• Bulk meal preparation and dietary catering experience
• Strong communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Initiative, flexibility and ability to meet deadlines
• Sound judgement, discretion and ability to work independently

Application Information

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements:

• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
• Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category C

About Us

Yorke and Northern Local Health Network (YNLHN) is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+SB communities, and people living with disability and/or neurodivergence. We support workplace adjustments and welcome you to share any access or support needs during recruitment and employment. Flexible working arrangements, including part‑time options, may be available and can be discussed for this role.

A career in YNLHN offers diverse opportunities, strong career development, and the chance to live and work across a unique landscape including farming regions, coastline, vineyards, and the Southern Flinders Ranges. View the video below to learn more about working with us

Work with us - Yorke and Northern LHN

Enquiries

Joan Luckraft

EO/DON Orroroo

Phone: ************ or *********

E-mail: ***********************

Application Closing Date

15 September 2027 - 11.55PM

Attachments

****** WHD4 Cook Orroroo Casual Role Description.pdf

Cook Job Capacity Statement.pdf

Australian applicant guidelines