Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, Port Lincoln Salary: WHA5 - $1,155.00 to $1,166.60 per week Superannuation, Salary Sacrifice Benefits and leave loading Permanent Full time position, working over a 7 day roster Eligibility Open to Everyone Join Our Team as a Cook at Port Lincoln Hospital! Are you a dedicated and skilled Cook with a passion for maintaining high standards in food production? Port Lincoln Hospital is looking for a motivated individual to join our team and play a key role in providing nutritious meals to our patients and staff. About the Role: As the Cook at Port Lincoln Hospital, your primary responsibility will be to uphold the highest standards in food production and distribution. You will oversee the ordering of non-imprest food supplies, meticulously plate meals, assist with menu selections, and ensure that quality control measures are consistently applied. Your role is crucial in ensuring that every meal served meets our rigorous standards of excellence. Key Responsibilities: Manage the ordering and inventory of non-imprest food supplies to ensure the kitchen is well-stocked and operational. Prepare and plate meals with precision and attention to detail, adhering to established recipes and presentation standards. Assist in developing and selecting menus that cater to dietary requirements and preferences while maintaining nutritional standards. Apply rigorous quality control measures to all aspects of food production and distribution. Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and hygiene practices. Report directly to the Business Manager on a day-to-day basis, with ultimate responsibility to the Business Operations Manager. Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities and qualifications. About Us With its ancient outback landscapes, boutique vineyards, oyster farms and Australia’s best-kept-secret surf coast, Eyre and Far North will inspire and energise you. The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) is responsible for the planning and delivery of hospital and health services over 337,626 square kilometres, taking in the Eyre Peninsula, western part of South Australia and north to Coober Pedy. We are one of the largest LHNs by area in Australia and communities include Ceduna, Cleve, Coober Pedy, Cowell, Cummins, Elliston, Kimba, Oodnadatta, Port Lincoln, Streaky Bay, Tumby Bay and Wudinna. Services include acute care, medical, accident and emergency, surgery, birthing and midwifery, specialist consultancy, renal dialysis, chemotherapy, transfusions, rehabilitation, residential and community aged care, respite care, transitional care packages, Aboriginal health, mental health, allied health, community health, community nursing, palliative care, community home support packages and home modifications. Click here to learn more about living and working in Eyre and Far North Local Health Network. Why Join Us Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of Eyre & Far North means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care. Job security and inclusions: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation, leave loading and allowances), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is. Relocation reimbursement of up to $15,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support. Supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised. Applicant Information The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements. Check(s) National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients) Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances) SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref : 912949 Enquiries Taia Mullan Position: General Services Manager Phone: 76691215 E-mail: taia.mullan@sa.gov.au Application Closing Date 5 September 2025 - 2 week close - 11.55PM Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information. Attachments 912949 - WHA5 - Cook - Catering - Port Lincoln - Role Description.pdf Australian applicant guidelines International applicant guidelines