Kitchen Hand (529314)

Department of Health, Tasmania; Launceston; On-site; AUD 57,130 - 59,443; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

11.5% superannuation contribution

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team in maintaining high standards of food preparation and service within a prominent healthcare facility. This part-time role offers the opportunity to contribute to essential services while ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in food handling and a commitment to teamwork. Join a compassionate organization that values accountability and respect, and make a difference in the lives of others while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and knowledge of safe food handling.
• Ability to maintain hygiene standards and comply with safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain food preparation and service areas in a hygienic state.
• Cooperate with team members to ensure effective food service.

Skills

Food preparation

Hygiene compliance

Teamwork

Workplace health and safety

Safe food handling

Tools

Food service equipment

Job description

Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Launceston General Hospital

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 30 March, 2025 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Health Services Officers, Level 2

$57,130 to $59,443 pro rata, per annum

Employment type:

Part Time

Region:

North

Location:

LGH Charles Street, Launceston

The Role:

• Carry out a range of duties associated with maintaining food preparation, service and waste management areas in a clean hygienic state within the Launceston General Hospital (LGH).
• Ability to maintain all food service equipment and surfaces in a clean and hygienic state.
• Experience in the use of food preparation equipment, together with knowledge of, and demonstrated ability to comply with, safe food handling requirements.
• Ability to understand both written and verbal instructions, and to cooperate with other personnel within the department to work successfully as a team.
• An understanding of, and ability to comply with, workplace health and safety requirements.

Details of appointment:

Permanent, part time, shift worker, not working weekends but working Public Holidays, working 70 hours per fortnight, to commence as soon as you can join the team.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: $57,130 to $59,443 per annum, Pro rata. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Salary Packaging

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Michael Mackaway
Position: Deputy Food Services Manager
Phone number: [phone]
Email address: [e-mail]

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

• Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
• Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
• Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.