Cook - Casual Pool (Keith)

SA Health; Keith; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Health in Keith, South Australia, is seeking a dedicated catering assistant to prepare, plate and distribute meals in alignment with menus and dietary requirements.

You will operate kitchen machinery safely, monitor food temperatures, liaise with nursing staff and dietitians, and maintain hygiene to ensure safety and client satisfaction.

Flexibility in work hours and the ability to work across shifts are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in bulk meal preparation and catering for dietary needs.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Flexible with work hours and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, plate, and distribute meals per menus and dietary needs.
• Operate kitchen machinery safely, including electronic records.
• Monitor food temperatures and quality for safety and satisfaction.
• Liaise with nursing staff, dietitians, and clients to meet food requirements.
• Maintain workplace hygiene and comply with health and safety standards.

Skills

Bulk meal prep

Dietary needs

Teamwork

Communication

Flexible hours

Job description

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, plate, and distribute meals adhering to menus and special dietary needs.
• Operate kitchen machinery safely and effectively, including electronic recording systems.
• Monitor food temperatures and quality control to ensure safety and client satisfaction.
• Liaise closely with nursing staff, dietitians, and clients to meet food requirements.
• Maintain workplace hygiene and comply with Work Health Safety standards.

What you need

• Experience in bulk meal preparation and catering for dietary needs.
• Strong teamwork, communication skills, and ability to relate across diverse cultures.
• Flexibility in work hours and a reliable approach to meeting deadlines.