About The Role
This position will be located at the new Ripley Specialised Inpatient Services facility, which is introducing a new cook-fresh, on-demand Food Service model supported by an Electronic Patient Menu Management System (ePMMS). The position plays an integral role in the provision of a safe and nutritious food service to patients and is responsible for high-quality food provided in a timely, accurate and consistent manner.
Ripley Specialised Inpatient Services is a state-of-the-art facility that will deliver 90 additional beds in West Moreton as part of Queensland Health's Accelerated Infrastructure Delivery Program. The project will deliver a three-storey facility located on Botany Drive, South Ripley. It is located on the Ripley Health Campus and is co-located with the current Satellite Health Centre.
About You
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
* An understanding and appreciation of the need for client/patient and facility confidentiality and privacy to be observed at all times.
* Ability to problem solve and use initiative, work with a minimum of supervision, communicate and work cooperatively with other members of a multi-disciplinary team.
* Good communication skills in relation to other staff, clients and visitors.
* Ability to work in porterage, patient handling, cleaning, courier, waste and linen services.
* Ability to acquire knowledge of hygiene standards, infection control practices, workplace health and safety, total quality management, equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination practices and behaviour as applied in the working environment.
Mandatory Requirements
* Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
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Benefits
* 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
* 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
* Professional development
* Salary sacrificing options
* Wellness programs
* Employee Assistance Service (EAS).
To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
Further information
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