Hospice Chef - Nutritious Meals & Team Leadership (PT)

Wesley Mission Queensland Limited; Queensland; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits to increase 

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Corporate health and wellbeing"Initi"

Professional development and learning

Job summary

Wesley Mission Queensland Limited is seeking a compassionate Chef for Hummingbird House, Queensland’s only children’s hospice. You will lead nutrition-focused meal service, develop seasonal menus, and oversee kitchen operations to support children, families, visitors and staff.

You will ensure food safety, manage dietary needs, and mentor volunteers within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to a welcoming family-centered environment and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a commercial kitchen within healthcare, disability, aged care or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety standards, WH&S, and allergen management.
• Experience developing nutritious menus accommodating diverse dietary, cultural requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and delivery of nutritious, high-quality meals for children, families, visitors and staff.
• Develop seasonal menus and oversee kitchen operations.
• Maintain food safety compliance and audit readiness, manage inventory and budgets.
• Mentor team members and volunteers and support special events.

Skills

HACCP knowledge

Allergen management

Food safety

Team leadership

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (SIT30821)

Tools

Food safety supervisor certification

Job description

Wesley Mission Queensland Limited is seeking a compassionate Chef for Hummingbird House, Queensland’s only children’s hospice. You will lead nutrition-focused meal service, develop seasonal menus, and oversee kitchen operations to support children, families, visitors and staff.

You will ensure food safety, manage dietary needs, and mentor volunteers within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to a welcoming family-centered environment and high-quality care.