Overview
We currently have an opportunity for a Full-time Trade Cook. Join our Health and Education team and play a key role in preparing nutritious, appealing, and high-quality meals for patients at Bendigo Hospital as part of our Spotless Food Safety Program. Reporting to the Catering Manager, you\'ll help deliver high-quality outcomes that support our essential services.
What You\'ll Do (key responsibilities)
- Set shifts: Thursday to Saturday, 12:30 PM - 8:30 PM - enjoy a predictable schedule while working in a dynamic hospital kitchen.
- Preparing, cooking, and serving meals in line with dietary requirements and food safety standards.
- Ensuring compliance with Spotless Food Safety Program and HACCP guidelines.
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment.
- Collaborating with kitchen staff and hospital teams to meet patient needs.
- Assisting in menu planning and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
What You\'ll Bring (experience required)
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent trade qualification.
- Proven experience working in a large-scale or commercial kitchen environment.
- Robust knowledge of food safety standards, HACCP, and allergen management.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining quality.
- Excellent teamwork, communication, and time management skills.
- More than anything, a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.
Why Downer?
At Downer, we plan, create, and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships, we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving.
What It Means to Belong at Downer
- Training and development to support and diversify your career.
- With 30% of vacancies filled internally you\'ll find real opportunities to advance your career.
- : healthcare discounts, savings on retail purchases, car purchases and more.
- Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most.
We are committed to inclusion and belonging and welcome people of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If it feels like the right fit, apply—potential counts, and so do you.
How to Apply
Click "APPLY" and please include your CV, copies of relevant trade qualifications, and any other supporting documentation.
Pre-employment requirements
All successful applicants will be required to complete a National Police Check, provide evidence of working rights in Australia, and meet Bendigo Health\'s immunisation requirements (including Flu vaccination).
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📌 Trade Cook
🏢 Downer
📍 Greater Bendigo City