Chef - Casual

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Northern Beaches Hospital is a dedicated facility for all patients in our local area. It was thoughtfully designed to optimise patient safety and overall experience, and to provide meaningful management and operational efficiencies that benefit everyone. We offer a supportive atmosphere, with an extensive education program so you get to work in a role that offers work‑life balance. Casual Hourly Rates $42.76 per hour plus superannuation. PLUS Different Shift Times Will Reward Additional Loading Early afternoon shifts @10% extra Mid afternoon shifts @12.5% extra Weekend Penalty Rates Saturday @50% loading Sunday @75% loading Responsibilities Help create innovative, modern cuisine for our amazing patients and staff In conjunction with the Head Chef, train kitchen staff on all new menus and specials Meal and food preparation for patients as per national menu guide Assist the Head Chef to manage food costs, stock control and management of staff Lead kitchen in the absence of Head Chef. Flexible hours Maintain hygiene, OH&S and overall kitchen cleanliness at all times, ensuring regular daily temperatures of refrigerators and freezers as per food safety standards Strong understanding of HACCP Food Safety Program Maintain effective communication with management and facility staff Lead, supervise, coach and develop team members, including cooks, kitchenhands and service staff, to deliver exceptional service. Qualifications Appropriate chef qualifications Proven understanding of the specific health, dietary and texture modification food preparation requirements required in a hospital catering environment Experience in large volume cookery, cold larder and bulk cookery with ability to time manage and remain calm in high pressure environment Sound knowledge and understanding of HACCP regulations Safe Food Handling Certificate (mandatory) Available for shifts Monday to Thursday (weekend work also available) with availability of a minimum of 2-3 shifts per week with flexibility to work various shifts commencing as early as 5am with final shift ending no later than 7pm. Two years relevant experience Experience in hospital or aged care environment preferred Employee Benefits Wellness benefits including a wide offering of holistic support through our Employee Assistance Program and free medical examination of employees and discounted Healthscope services for permanent Healthscope employees and members of their immediate family. National deals and discounts for travel, health insurance and banking offers. Variety of leave options Salary packaging that includes additional superannuation, Novated motor vehicle lease and Airline/Club membership For further enquiries: Please email To Apply Please click on the ‘Apply’ button to be taken to our online application form. Please include a cover letter and your CV along with the contact details of 2 professional referees. If you are successful, you will receive a salary based on your years of relevant experience against the current Healthscope NSW Health Professionals Support Services Agreement 2023 with a salary range of $40.76 per hour (base rate), with the opportunity to earn up to $59.86 per hour (including casual loading and penalty rates). Applicants will be required to provide a current (12 months or less) National Police check and a NSW Working with Children’s Check, prior to appointment and persons in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases prior to commencement. #J-18808-Ljbffr