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The Opportunity
We are seeking a Cook to join our Patient Catering Team at Figtree Private Hospital! This role involves delivering high-quality hospital food for patients, staff, doctors, and hospital functions, while maintaining cleanliness according to our Food Safety Plan, HACCP standards, and hospital policy. During periods of low occupancy, you may also work across other food production disciplines such as Chef, Chef Assistant, or Breakfast Cook. This position offers a more relaxed environment with predictable patient numbers and a set menu, primarily weekday shifts with no late nights.
Your Duties Will Include
* Food preparation, cooking, and service of meals; catering for meetings and events
* Plating of meals
* Ensuring timely purchase, delivery, storage, preparation, cooking, and presentation of food and beverages to patients
This role is mainly Monday to Friday with no late finishes.
Skills and Experience
Successful candidates will have prior experience in a similar role, a passion for culinary arts, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle high-volume catering. We seek an all-rounder cook.
You Will Also Need
* Experience as a Cook in a large-scale environment
* Effective communication skills
* Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
* HACCP training and hygiene standards commitment
* Teamwork and independence
* Excellent time management and prioritization skills
* Housekeeping experience in healthcare (highly desirable)
* Understanding of OHS and safe work practices
Remuneration
Hourly salary starting at $29.08 plus superannuation, based on experience and qualifications, excluding penalties or allowances.
Benefits
* Professional development, recognition, rewards, and employee referral programs
* Free LinkedIn Learning access, scholarships, Ramsay Leadership Academy
* Discounts at over 100 retailers, hospital, allied health, and pharmacy discounts
* Flexible work arrangements, roster input, and a free Employee Assistance Program
* Leisure, travel discounts, salary sacrifice options, and more
Hospital Overview
Owned by Ramsay Health Care, a global private hospital operator with over 70 Australian sites and 34,000 employees, committed to high-quality patient care since 1964.
Requirements
* National Police Check (within past 12 months)
* Potential additional checks such as Working-With-Children and immunization proof
How to Apply
Apply online only; recruitment agencies are not considered. For inquiries, contact Tim Box at ****@ramsayhealth.com.au. Applications close 25th April 2025.
Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details are available in our Code of Conduct at
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