Cook - Food and Linen Services

Mackay Hospital and Health Service; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible working arrangements

Career development

Education opportunities

Paid parental leave

EAP

Job summary

Mackay Hospital and Health Service invites applications for a Cook to join the Food and Linen Services at Mackay Base Hospital on a temporary basis. The role focuses on providing effective catering through production of quality meals for diverse client needs.

The position emphasizes strict Food Safety Standards (FSANZ) and Nutrition Standards for Meals and Menus within a healthcare setting, supporting patient well-being.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation in large-scale kitchens.
• Understanding of FSANZ standards and hospital food safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and provide food service adhering to standards and procedures.
• Produce quality meals for diverse clients, including dietary requirements and allergies.
• Support a 7-day week catering service in a hospital environment.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Teamwork

Quality control

Job description

Mackay Hospital and Health Service is dedicated to delivering quality health care across the Mackay, Isaac, and Whitsunday regions.

Join our growing Health Service and be part of a culture built on collaboration, trust, respect, and teamwork.

Whether you’re working in regional, rural or remote settings, we offer unique opportunities and experiences you won’t find in a metropolitan hospital.

Role details

The Food and Linen Services at the Mackay Base Hospital is seeking applications for a Cook to join their team on a temporary basis.

Your opportunity

• Provide an effective and efficient Food Service whilst always adhering to organisational standards, policies and procedures.
• The purpose of this position is to provide an effective and efficient catering service through the production and provision of quality food menu items, for a variety of clients, allergies and dietary requirements.
• This position has strong emphasis on food safety according to Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ), the accredited Mackay Base Hospital Food Safety Plan and the Queensland Health Nutrition Standards for Meals and Menus.

About The Team

The Mackay Base Hospital provides a comprehensive healthcare environment that has been designed with a patient friendly approach to layout and location of services. Food Services plays an important role in the provision of a 7-day week service supporting the delivery of quality and cost-effective health service through the provision of nutritional meals to patients.

Food is prepared using a Cook Fresh service model under strict Food Safety Standards (FSANZ) and the Queensland Health Nutrition Standards for Meals and Menus. Food Services currently produces and provides over 22 000 meals and over 8 000 sandwiches per month, while additional services are provided to patients through means of three daily mid-meals.

About Our Hospital And Health Service

Mackay Hospital and Health Service has 6 hospitals, 2 multi-purpose health services and 4 community health centres that employ more than 3,500 staff. The district covers an area of approximately 90,000km2 and provides services to patients and their families in Bowen, Cannonvale, Clermont, Collinsville, Dysart, Glenden, Mackay, Middlemount, Moranbah, Proserpine and Sarina.

Some Of Our Great Benefits On Offer

• Competitive wages, salary packaging and leave entitlements
• Flexible working arrangements
• A diverse work culture
• Career development
• Professional development opportunities
• Education opportunities, Study and Research
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Occupational group Services & Hospitality