Alfred Health Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education.
We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.
Casual Chef Grade A (RG9) Alfred Health location Great staff benefits!
The Department Alfred Health Support Services provides non-clinical support services across Alfred Health, these services include cleaning services, car parking and fleet management, waste management, gardens and grounds, distribution, security and access control, ward support, linen services, ancillary services, food services and hospitality.
The Role The Chef is a key operational member of the Food Services team and works under the supervision of the Head Chef and the Food Services Manager.
The Chef is responsible for ensuring that all menu items are of the highest quality at all times and that they meet the required guidelines on a nutritional level.
Chef will also assist and direct Cooks in production of patient meals.
They will perform in a manner that meets or exceeds industry best practice and maintain cleaning standards in accordance with the Department of Human Services Cleaning Standards for Public Hospitals, food safety in line with the onsite Food Safety Plan, the Food Act 1984 and FSANZ standards and in doing so work closely with other Food Services team members to ensure we maintain a committed, safe and socially responsible multi skilled team.
Qualifications and Experience Required Essential A background of experience in Food Services as a Chef Hospital experience will be advantageous but not necessary Qualification (cert III/IV in commercial cookery) Understanding of modified texture and special dietary needs .
Extensive knowledge of food preparation Have the ability and adaptability to participate in change Desirable Has experience leading a team of Food Service staff Staff Benefits Generous salary packaging and novated leasing are available through Maxxia Access to health and wellbeing incentives Discounted health insurance For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Novel Ravendran, Food Services Manager - ****** Applications close 11pm AEDT, Wednesday 16th October 2024.
Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department's risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au
