Chef - Casterton Memorial Hospital

Chef – Casterton Memorial Hospital

Casterton | Hotel Services

Full Time - Part Time Considered

Join a values driven organisation making a real difference

$76,832 + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Benefits

Build Your Career. Make a Real Difference.

Are you passionate about food service and making a positive impact on your community? Join the Casterton Catering Team, where you'll help deliver safe, nutritious, and high-quality meals that support patient recovery, resident wellbeing, and community outcomes.

This role is ideal for someone who values teamwork, takes pride in quality service, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. You'll prepare and serve meals across acute care, aged care, Meals on Wheels, and catering services while maintaining high standards of food safety, efficiency, and customer care.

What You'll Be Doing

As part of our dedicated Catering Team, you'll help deliver safe, nutritious, and high-quality food services that support the health and wellbeing of our residents, patients, and community members through:

Food Safety & Compliance —
Maintain high standards of food safety, infection control, and workplace safety while accurately completing required Food Safety documentation and adhering to relevant policies and procedures.

Meal Preparation & Nutrition —
Prepare and serve nutritious, well-balanced, and appealing meals that meet a range of dietary, cultural, and therapeutic requirements.

Specialised Dietary Support —
Assist in preparing modified and texture-modified meals in line with the IDDSI framework and support consumers with specific dietary needs and restrictions.

Menu & Food Service Delivery —
Contribute to menu planning and meal service delivery across acute care, aged care, Meals on Wheels, and catering services, ensuring quality and consistency.

Consumer-Focused Service —
Interact with residents, patients, and consumers in a compassionate, respectful, and professional manner, supporting positive dining experiences and wellbeing.

Teamwork & Collaboration —
Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team while also demonstrating the ability to work independently in a fast-paced and changing environment.

Continuous Improvement & Professional Development —
Maintain a commitment to ongoing learning and contribute to service improvements that enhance food quality, safety, and consumer satisfaction

What You Bring

• Experience delivering high-quality customer service in a food service, healthcare, aged care, or hospitality environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships across multidisciplinary teams
• Knowledge of healthcare food services, including dietary requirements, IDDSI frameworks, and nutritional standards
• Sound understanding of food safety standards, hygiene practices, compliance requirements, and relevant legislation
• A genuine commitment to supporting patient recovery, resident wellbeing, and positive community outcomes
• Ability to contribute to quality improvement initiatives and maintain high standards of service delivery
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team while promoting a positive and respectful workplace culture
• Commitment to professional conduct, confidentiality, and compliance with organisational policies and procedures
• Alignment with the WDHS Values of Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Empathy.

Why Join Western District Health Service?

About Us

Western District Health Service (WDHS) is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred healthcare to communities across the Southern Grampians and Glenelg Shire. As the region’s largest employer employing over 1000 people, we provide a comprehensive range of acute inpatient, residential aged care, and community health services, supported by a strong culture of teamwork, community connection, and excellence in rural health delivery.

We are proud to foster a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace for our staff, consumers, and visitors, guided by our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy.

Discover Life in Casterton

Situated in the northern sector of the Glenelg Shire and 359 Km West of Melbourne, Casterton Memorial Hospital (CMH) provides a local healthcare facility to the community of Casterton and neighbouring district – servicing a population of approx. 3,000 in its catchment area.

The Casterton township is nestled amongst the rolling hills and river red gums of the Glenelg River Valley, 359 Km west of Melbourne and 42 Km east of the South Australian border.

Joining the CMH team presents an opportunity to advance your career while maintaining a great lifestyle and work / life balance. You will be close to the Gariwerd (Grampians) National Park and beautiful beaches in Warrnambool, Port Fairy and Portland. CMH is also less than 45 minutes from one of Australia’s most celebrated wine regions.

To learn more about the Glenelg Shire, visit: https://glenelg.vic.gov.au

To learn more about WDHS, visit: https://wdhs.net/v2/about-us/
To explore the region, visit: https://wdhs.net/v2/home/careers/community-information/

What we offer:

• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Supportive team environment and strong clinical leadership
• Access to ongoing education and professional development
• A workplace that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging
• Meaningful work making a difference in rural health outcomes

Interested?

For more information, view the position description at link.

For a confidential discussion, contact Loren Hulm, Manager Corporate Services/Interim Manager of Finance Operations: 55542502 or ••••@wdhs.net.

How to Apply

To apply via our careers page, commence your application by completing the form below and selecting “Next” to continue.

If applying through SEEK, simply click “Apply” and follow the prompts.

Applications must include a current resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Applications close: Monday 31st August 2026
Applications will be reviewed as received — early applications are encouraged, as the role may close once filled.

Western District Health Service is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and culturally safe workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We embrace fair and transparent recruitment practices and recognise the unique strengths, experiences and perspectives people bring from all walks of life.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people living with disability.

If you require support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team on 55518225 — we’re here to ensure you can participate fully and comfortably.

Successful applicants will be required to hold (or be willing to obtain) a current National Criminal Police Check. Depending on the role, a Working with Children Check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check may also be required. Compliance with WDHS immunisation and vaccination requirements is a condition of employment.