Cook - Quorn

SA Health; Quorn; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Regional allowance

Salary packaging

Work-life balance

Fitness Passport

Relocation support

Accommodation assistance

Job summary

SA Health in Quorn (Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network) is seeking a Cook for a 0.8 FTE ongoing role to prepare and cook nutritious meals consistent with dietary requirements.

You will manage menu planning, plating, ordering supplies and ensuring quality across food prep and service, contributing to patient wellbeing and team efficiency in a regional health network.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing and cooking bulk meals, including meals for dietary requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work well in a team.
• Flexible rostering and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work under limited direction and exercise sound judgement.
• Knowledge of safe food handling, storage and safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious meals in line with dietary requirements while ensuring food production and distribution are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.
• Responsible for menu selection, meal plating, ordering food supplies and maintaining quality control across food preparation and service.

Skills

Bulk meal preparation

Team communication

Flexible rostering

Food safety knowledge

Dietary requirements

Job description

• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Quorn
• WHD4 | Part Time 0.8 FTE | Ongoing
• Base Salary Range: $1,376.70 - $1,404.20 per week (pro rata)

Join us as a Cook and help deliver quality meals that support patient wellbeing! Discover the Flinders and Upper North - Where Lifestyle Meet s Opportunity Imagine living where your commute is short, your weekends are long, and your backyard is filled with breathtaking landscapes.

The Flinders and Upper North region offers a lifestyle that blends career growth with endless adventure. Here, you’ll have more time for what matters most - whether that’s exploring the rugged beauty of the Flinders Ranges, enjoying time on the water, connecting with friends, or simply embracing the serenity of regional living. With access to quality public and private schools, plus tertiary education options, this is an ideal place to raise a family and build a future.

Your Career with FUNLHN When you join us, you’re not just taking a job - you’re becoming part of a supportive, welcoming team dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. We offer flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle, professional development opportunities to help you grow, and a workplace where every role matters. Whatever your position, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our health network and making a real difference in the lives of those we serve. Make the move. Discover a region where life is simpler, opportunities are greater, and community matters. Come and Discover FUNLHN - Living and Working in Quorn

To learn more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, including its services and facilities, visit: Working at the FUNLHN

Our Benefits:

• Financial Incentive: You may be eligible for Regional and Locality allowance (where applicable) and salary packaging to increase your take‑home pay.
• Work‑life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle and personal commitments.
• Prioritise Your Wellbeing: Enjoy Fitness Passport discounts for you and your family, annual flu vaccinations, and access to confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation Support: Up to $13,000 reimbursement may be available for those relocating. Learn more a SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Accommodation Assistance: Support may be available to make relocating easier (conditions apply).

About the Role:

You will prepare and cook nutritious meals in line with dietary requirements while ensuring food production and distribution are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.

You will be responsible for menu selection, meal plating, ordering food supplies and maintaining quality control across food preparation and service.

952553 WHD4 Role Description

About You:

• Experience preparing and cooking bulk meals, including meals for dietary requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work well in a team.
• Flexible approach to work and rostering, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work under limited direction, use initiative and exercise sound judgement.
• Knowledge of safe food handling, food storage and safe working practices.

Want To Know More? Contact: Ashley Parkinson - Executive Officer/Director of Nursing, 8648 4007, [emailprotected]

Applicant Information:

• Please refer to the role description for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.
• This is a part-time vacancy, working 60.8 hours per fortnight and salary will be adjusted according to actual hours worked.
• Refer to the SA Health Career Website
• JCS+Cook+final.pdf Australian applicant guidelines International applicant guidelines

Application Closing Date: Friday 16th October 2026 - 11:55PM

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees.

We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment.