Cook, Food Services

Albury Wodonga Health; Wodonga; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Albury Wodonga Health is hiring a Food Services Cook in the Food Services Department to prepare and deliver meals for patients, staff and other identified clients. The role includes cleaning and servicing of assigned areas and proper waste disposal, with emphasis on food safety and teamwork in a dynamic environment.

The position is casual and part of a broad regional healthcare network, offering opportunities for growth and balance with flexible arrangements and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated high-level knowledge of Food Safety Principles.
• Ability to maintain a physically active routine.
• Good oral and written communication skills with the ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver food services for patients, staff and other identified clients.
• Clean and service assigned areas and manage waste disposal.

Skills

Food safety principles

Job description

• Dynamic work environment and collaborative team culture
• Flexibility for balancing work and life commitments
• Comprehensive learning and growth opportunities

The Cook will be a valued member of the Food Services Department. The Food Services Cook is responsible for the preparation and delivery of food services for patients, staff, and other identified clients, the cleaning and servicing of assigned areas and waste disposal. We are actively seeking candidates who meet the following requirements to apply for this exceptional opportunity.

• Demonstrated high-level knowledge of Food Safety Principles.
• Ability to maintain a physically active routine.
• Good oral and written communication skills with the ability to follow instructions.

Employment Type: This is a casual opportunity.

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women's and children's, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028. This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

About the Role

Closing Date: 12/11/2026

• Dynamic work environment and collaborative team culture
• Flexibility for balancing work and life commitments
• Comprehensive learning and growth opportunities

Employment Type: This is a casual opportunity.

About Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women's and children's, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028. This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle . We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.

Are you ready to become part of our team?

To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.

Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must be fully vaccinated or hold an approved medical contraindication certificate. Successful candidates will need to provide documentation of their COVID-19 and flu vaccination status.