Chef/Experienced Cook (Casual Position)

Casual – as required

Maryborough District Health Service

Are you an experienced Cook or Chef who takes pride in preparing nutritious, quality meals? Join our supportive Food Services team and play an important role in providing meals that meet the individual needs of our patients and residents.

About the Role

In this varied casual role, you will:

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals to patients and residents
• Ensure food safety, allergen management and dietary requirements are met
• Work across hospital and aged care settings
• Rotate between our Maryborough, Dunolly and Avoca campuses as required

What We Offer

• Competitive pay with salary packaging benefits
• Great working hours
• Supportive team culture with strong values
• Onsite training provided
• Meaningful work that makes a difference

What You’ll Need

• Certificate III (or higher) in Commercial Cookery (preferred)
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Previous experience in health or aged care kitchens (preferred)
• Flexibility to work across multiple sites
• A passion for quality food and care

How to Apply

Applicants must include the following:

• Resume
• Cover Letter — please ensure your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description.

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The Central Goldfields and Pyrenees regions are a great place to live, work and play - beautiful areas to explore, only 50 minutes from Ballarat & Bendigo, and two hours from Melbourne.

MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Working with Children Check. NDIS Workers Screening will be required for workers identified as working within a risk-assessed role.