Chef

Company Description

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

Job Description

Epworth HealthCare is seeking two Part-Time Chefs to join the team at Epworth Eastern, Box Hill. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality food services to patients, visitors, and staff, ensuring exceptional standards are maintained at all times. You will be part of the Food Services team and report directly to the Head Chef.

You will make an impact by:

• Being passionate about delivering exceptional food to boost the patient experience,
• Being accountable in the quality of your meals prepared,
• Being a team player and assisting colleagues as required,
• Being innovative in preparing contemporary meals to improve the overall patient satisfaction  
• Working independently and timely whilst maintaining our standards.

To be successful in this role…
You will have:

• A certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery and a Food Safety Certificate
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Trade Cook
• Hospital experience preferred, but not essential.
• Exceptional knowledge of all elements of cooking and serving, and strict adhered to food safety.
• A solid understanding of allergens management and dietary requirements. 
• Previous experience in all areas of production, ready to eat meals and cook fresh meals.
• The availability to work a rotating seven-day roster including AM and PM shifts, weekends and public holidays
• A professional, can do, team approach to your work
• Drive to enhancing the patient experience through outstanding food service delivery
• The shifts timing will be from 6.30 am to 2.30 pm morning shift and 10.30 am to 6.30 pm for evening shift.

Position Description        Inherent Requirements 

We will review applications as we receive them. Closing date for the application will be 29th August 26. 

About Epworth Eastern 

Located in Box Hill, Epworth Eastern is a state-of-the-art facility with 14 theatres and expansion of ICU to 12 beds. Epworth Eastern maintains a broad clinical focus from cardiac, vascular, orthopaedic and general surgery to oncology, urology and endoscopy services. Our redeveloped site delivers positive, meaningful, and sustainable impact on the health and wellbeing of our community, delivering much needed health care services and facilities in Melbourne's east.

Additional Information

Why Join Epworth?

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Ready to Make a Difference?

To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.

For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected] or call (03) 9426 0606.

Apply now… we’ve over 8,000 perspectives at Epworth and we’re ready to welcome yours

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.