Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Millicent District Hospital Health Service Salary: $1,155.00 - $1,166.60 per week - WHA5 Ongoing Full Time Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Food Service Are you a skilled and passionate Cook with experience in large-scale food production and team management? We are seeking a dedicated Cook to join our team and contribute to the efficient, effective, and high-quality food service in our health unit. In this role, you’ll oversee food production, ensure quality control, and provide leadership to catering staff. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the preparation and plating of meals, ensuring adherence to high-quality standards. Manage food ordering and control production to meet demand. Provide guidance to apprentices and catering staff, fostering a collaborative environment. Balance menus and cater for special dietary needs. Operate and maintain complex kitchen equipment and systems. Ensure compliance with food safety, storage, and handling procedures. What We’re Looking For: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent trade qualifications. Proven experience in preparing bulk meals and managing catering staff. Strong communication and leadership skills. Ability to work flexibly and meet deadlines. Knowledge of food safety standards and dietary requirements. A collaborative approach, with the ability to relate to diverse teams. Join Us Today If you're ready to take on a rewarding role where your culinary expertise can make a real impact, apply now and be part of our supportive team Why Join Us? Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care. Collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued. Job security and financial incentives: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is. Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support. The Region The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the southeastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border. The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia’s best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other. Your lifestyle Relaxed and affordable lifestyle Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities Well-serviced with educational facilities, including TAFE and University campuses Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences Conveniently located approximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN Applicant Information The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements. Check(s) DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients) Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances) SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 897712 Enquiries Heather Ferguson Administration Officer Phone: 87330100 E-mail: Heather.Fergusonsa.gov.au Application Closing Date 3 April 2025, 11:55PM Attachments 897712 WHA5 Cook Role Description.pdf Australian applicant guidelines International applicant guidelines