Chef

2 days ago


East Maitland, New South Wales, Australia Maitland Private Hospital Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Care is our passion. People are our business. Excellence is our standard. Growth is our ambition.

Who we are:

As the only private hospital located in the region, Maitland Private Hospital prides itself on delivering positive patient experiences. We have a dedicated and experienced team of specialists, doctors and nurses who meet the needs of our diverse and changing community by providing exceptional patient-centred care, state-of-the-art medical technology, and a warm, welcoming environment for patients and their families.

Located only 30 minutes from Newcastle, Maitland Private maintains a community-focused feel, while being able to deliver high quality health services to the Maitland and Hunter Valley regions. The hospital encompasses 185 beds, 6 operating theatres, 10 bed ICU, with associated rehabilitation, medical and surgical Wards. Our services include two major medical centres, a dedicated mental health unit, an on-site cancer centre including radiation oncology, radiology practice and pathology laboratory.

Maitland Private Hospital is a key facility within the Healthe Care Group. We are a private healthcare provider of choice, driving innovation and clinical best practice to the services we provide.

Your new role as Chef:

We are seeking casual Chef who will report directly to the Catering Services Manager. This pivotal role is responsible for delivering high quality catering to our patients and supporting our team of catering service professionals including Chefs, Dietitians and Speech Pathologists.

About you (essential criteria):

  • Current Working with Children Check and Police Check.
  • Relevant trade certificate
  • Supervisory experience in a high-volume environment
  • Demonstrated understanding and application of HACCP responsibilities.
  • Commitment to Work Health and Safety and Infection Control principles.
  • Demonstrated understanding of nutritional information, allergens and dietary modifications, including the development of menus within nutritional guidelines and recipe writing and adaptation.
  • A high level of personal maturity and strength of character to successfully grow within a dynamic organisation.
  • Flexibility in working hours with the ability to fulfil a combination of day shifts and evening shifts (5:00am - 8:30pm) 7 days a week (no split shifts).
  • Hospitality focused with a demonstrated commitment to customer service and quality improvement
  • Hold a Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate (advantageous) or the ability to obtain.
  • Strong collaborative interpersonal skills with well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
  • Immunisation evidence and serology report in accordance with NSW Health.

Desirable attributes:

  • Dietary Aide experience &/or qualification
  • Previous experience within a hospital or hotel environment
  • Experience with computer data systems and relevant applications

Applications must address and meet essential criteria. Applications must include current CV and names of at least 2 professional referees.

Healthe Care is an equal opportunity employer. At Maitland Private Hospital, we're all about supporting real people to deliver extraordinary care. As part of the Maitland Private team, you can expect:

  • Attractive Remuneration Package
  • Collaboration with like-minded professionals across a multi-disciplinary team
  • Work-Life Balance – Flexible rostering & working conditions
  • Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities, including potential to undertake discounted post graduate study and paid study leave.
  • Super & Novated Lease Salary Packaging Options
  • Wellbeing programs including discounted private health insurance
  • Fitness Passport
  • Comprehensive Orientation Program
  • Discounted Massages on-site

Position enquiries and applications:

Interested to know more?

Kerry Cashenmunro | Catering Services Manager | Maitland Private Hospital | 175 Chisholm Road, East Maitland NSW 2323 | E:  | T: | W:

*Due to the large volume of applicants, only successful candidates will be contacted.



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