* Full-time Chef role available
* Fantastic opportunity to join a team dedicated to support and development
* Gain access to fantastic Healthscope employee benefits, retail discounts, fitness memberships and more
Are you a trained chef looking to step into a career that rewards your skills and offers a flexible working environment?
An opportunity exists qualified Chefs to join our well established and highly reputable Catering Department at Prince of Wales Private Hospital on a Full-time basis.
Your work as a chef will contribute to our patients experience with us; providing exceptional meals during their stay. We offer a supportive atmosphere, work life balance and no late nights
Prince of Wales Private Hospital, Where doing what you love means more
Prince of Wales Private Hospital is a leading high-level tertiary healthcare facility that specialises in acute surgical and maternity services. The hospital is independently recognised by the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality Healthcare for clinical safety and service excellence, and is renowned for achieving outstanding patient outcomes.
Our operating theatres consist of 11 theatres and 1 endoscopy suite which provides full elective sessions 6 days per week, including 24hour on call coverage. Prince of Wales Private Hospital performs an average of 24,000 surgical cases and 2,000 births per year. The casemix includes cardiothoracic, orthopaedic surgery, neurosurgery, Gynaecology, Urology, Reconstructive plastic surgery, general surgery, Ear, Nose and Throat and vascular surgery.
Our location is unique. You'll find us at Randwick, where we share a precinct with three other hospitals; Sydney Children's Hospital, the Royal Hospital for Women and the Prince of Wales (public).
Joining our team means you'll be supported by great team leaders, be part of a strong, innovative team who always strive for better, and have the opportunity to flourish and grow. Apply now to join Prince of Wales Private Hospitalteam.
As a Chef your responsibilities will include:
* 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 Safety & Quality Healthcare Standards.
Essential Criteria:
* Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery
* Good working knowledge and understanding of HACCP regulations
* Safe Food Handling Certificate
* Available for shifts over a 7-day roster including weekend work
* Previous experience as a chef in a busy restaurant, club, hospital, or hotel food service environment is preferred.
* Strong culinary skills and a passion for delivering high-quality meals.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting while maintaining attention to detail.
* A mindset focused on enhancing the dining experience-less "hospital" more "hospitality."
* If you're passionate about great food and creating a welcoming dining experience, we'd love to hear from you
Applications close: 28th August 2025