Cook/Hotel Services Supervisor (504594)

Service Tasmania; St Helens; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A public health organisation in St Helens is seeking a Cook Hotel Services Supervisor to coordinate food services for the hospital and community health services. The role requires expertise in food preparation and the ability to supervise a team. This permanent part-time position working 64 hours per fortnight offers a salary range of US$73,811 to US$79,779 pro rata annually, along with various benefits including salary packaging and access to fitness facilities.

Benefits

Salary packaging benefits

Access to fitness facilities

Leave entitlements

Qualifications

• Experience in food service environments.
• Ability to lead a small team effectively.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the delivery of hotel services.
• Prepare and produce food for patients and staff.
• Oversee and implement catering and cleaning systems.

Skills

Coordination

Supervision

Food Preparation

Job description

The Team

Located on the stunning East Coast of Tasmania, St. Helens District Hospital has Tasmania’s busiest rural emergency department, with an increase in emergency presentations during peak tourist season from December until April. The hospital provides a fast‑paced environment that delivers high quality patient‑centred care. Our focus is on providing excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.

The Role

Responsible for co‑ordinating the delivery of hotel services for St Helens Hospital and Community Health Services including:

• Preparing and producing all food and nutritional requirements for patients and staff at the St. Helens Hospital and delivered meal recipients.
• Providing supervision and direction to a small team of catering, cleaning and home help support staff.
• Design, implement and oversee systems for catering, cleaning and home help services.

Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia’s only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Permanent part time, day worker position, working 64 hours per fortnight, commencing 1st of February 2026.

*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

US$73,811 to US$79,779 pro rata per annum. Our Employer 12% 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 US$9,010 + US$2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Allowances

• Employees employed at the following Remote site will be paid a Remote and Rural allowance of 4% of base Salary. Beaconsfield, Bicheno, Bridport, Bruny Island, Campbell Town, Deloraine, George Town, Nubeena, Oatlands, Ouse, Scamander, Scottsdale, Smithton, Swansea, St Helens or Triabunna

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

Eligibility

Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre‑employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties

• 504594 Cook Hotel Services Supervisor B3 (Dec 2025).docx

Application Guide

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

How to apply

Apply Online. Please click the “Apply” button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1‑2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

Contact

Name: Janine Stubbs
Position: Acting Director of Nursing
Phone number: 03) 6387 5570
Email address: [e-mail]

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