Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Launceston General Hospital
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 30 November, :55 PM
Award/Classification:
Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Operational Health Officer, Level 2
$63,110 to $66,049 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Permanent, part-time
Region:
North
Location:
LGH Charles Street, Launceston
Provide meals of a high standard to patients, residents, community clients and staff. Ensure individualised dietary needs are provided. Ensure all meal preparation and meal delivery meets the standards set out in the Food Safety Plan. Monitor the use and storage of food, perishable goods and other consumables in accordance with the standards set out in the Food Safety Plan.
The Role:
Carry out a range of duties associated with maintaining food preparation, service and waste management areas in a clean hygienic state with the Launceston General Hospital (LGH).
* Prepare meals as set out in the rotating menu and ensure the timely delivery of meals, including preparation of meals for Meals on Wheels and IDDSI Meals.
* Efficient and effective production and delivery of daily food requirements for patients, residents, day activity clients, staff and community clients, in accordance with food safety standards.
* 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.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Permanent, part time, day worker position, working 21 hours per fortnight, commencing from January 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:
$63,110 to $66,049 per annum (Pro rata). 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 $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* 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 $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Additional desirable qualifications:
* Certificate II in Hospitality
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
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* 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.
Contact information:
Name: Michael Mackaway
Position: Deputy Food Services Manager
Phone number:
Email address:
Further information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
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