Job Summary
This is a full‐time position within the established Catering Department at Knox Private Hospital, an advanced private hospital in Victoria.
Responsibilities
* Provide exceptional customer/patient service by preparing nutritious food in a timely manner, ensuring the cleanliness of kitchens and food preparation, disposing of unused food appropriately, and ordering food supplies.
* Demonstrate cost effectiveness by using produce effectively and managing waste.
* Act as a valued member of an interdisciplinary team by promoting a positive team culture, supervising and providing guidance to kitchen staff, and by liaising with dieticians and other staff to create an experience that makes a difference.
* Demonstrate professional practice by working according to Healthscope's policies and processes, code of conduct and by participating in yearly performance appraisals and mandatory education.
* Maintain skills and standards of customer service and ensure patient confidentiality and privacy are maintained at all times.
* Supports Healthscope's safety and quality improvement and achievement of accreditation by actively participating in team meetings, quality and audit activities, and ensuring compliance with and participation in the National Food Standards and National Safety & Quality Healthcare Standards.
Qualifications
* Certificate III in Commercial Cooking
* Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a hospital, hotel or aged care kitchen
* Good working knowledge and understanding of HACCP regulations
* Strong communication and team management skills
* A commitment to excellence, hygiene, and patient service
* Protected Food Handling Certificate (desirable)
* Experience in function/event catering desired
Remuneration
$40 per hour, plus penalties paid in accordance with the current enterprise agreement.
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