Cook

Cook

Casual position available

Classification as per experience and relevant EBA

About the role:

We are on the look-out for our next Cook! As a Hospital Cook at Yarrawonga Health, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the provision of well-balanced, healthy, and appetising meals for patients and staff. The successful candidate will collaborate with our dietary and nutrition team to create menus that align with the dietary needs and restrictions of patients while adhering to high-quality culinary standards.

About you

We are looking for individuals who are dedicated, reliable, and possess a genuine passion for helping others. The ideal candidate will exhibit:

• Respect We are accepting and inclusive of the needs, expectations, beliefs and confidentiality of all people..
• Excellence We strive to deliver the highest standards and best outcomes, every time.
• Integrity We are open, honest and transparent, and accountable for our actions.
• Compassion We are empathetic and responsive to the individual needs of every consumer and their families.
• Collaboration We work as one team to deliver the best health outcomes for all consumers

Our staff have access to supportive mentoring, education and development programs. Salary Packaging is available for all staff. The successful applicant will be required to provide a current satisfactory police check.

Key Responsibilities:

Food Preparation:

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, ensuring they meet quality and safety standards;
• Provision of high-quality meals to residents, patience, visitors and staff of Yarrawonga Hospital.

Service:

• Monitor food production to minimize waste and ensure cost-effectiveness;
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen, adhering to health and safety regulations;
• Monitor food production to minimize waste and ensure cost-effectiveness;
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen, adhering to health and safety regulations;
• Ensure all food handling is in accordance with food handling specification and national regulations.

Qualifications:

• Current Food Handling Certificate Certificate.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Minimum 2 years proven experience as a cook, preferably in a hospital or healthcare setting;
• Knowledge of nutritional requirements, dietary restrictions, and food allergies;
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills;
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent communication and leadership skills;
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a kitchen setting.

Desirable:

• Additional certificates in Allergens and Dietary requirements.

Full information of duties and responsibilities are included in Position Description.

More Information:

For more information regarding the role contact: Jane McMahon, Support Services Manager via email Jane.McMahon@yh.org.au

All employment with Yarrawonga Health is subject to and conditional upon a satisfactory Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check and Victorian 'Employee' Working with Children's Check.

YH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and follows Equal Employment Opportunity Principles. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

All healthcare workers are required to have mandatory vaccinations and evidence of vaccination will be required prior to commencement.

Application Process:

All applications are to be submitted via Yarrawonga Health's website Yarrawonga Health Careers.

Please submit your application including a cover letter, resume, and responses to the key selection criteria found in the position description.

Please refer to the attached position description for full details of the role.

Applications close 23rd February 2025.

*Interviews may be conducted prior to closing date.