Taking care of people is our reason for being
At Sydney Adventist Hospital, fondly known as the San, caring for people is at the core of who we are. It’s what drives us to deliver exceptional outcomes for our patients and it’s a shared sense of purpose that extends to everyone who works here.
When you join our team, you’ll feel valued and supported by our strong commitment to learning, flexibility, great benefits and a positive culture of teamwork and cooperation.
Some of the exceptional benefits we offer include
What you will be doing in this role
Our patients rely on us not only for exceptional medical care but also for nutritious, well-prepared meals that support their healing and well-being. We’re looking for a dedicated Chef to join our Food Services team and help us deliver meals that make a difference.
As a Chef in our team, you will work closely with Dietitians, Cooks, fellow Chefs, and Kitchen Assistants to prepare high-quality, appetising meals for patients, hospital staff, doctors, and visitors. You will be responsible for safe food handling and preparation, ensuring all hygiene and Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) standards are met.
This is a casual role offering 3 eight-hour shifts per week, on a rotating roster. Shifts offer a variety of functions and responsibilities including food preparation, cooking, food presentation, meal plating, cold larder, texture modified food and allergen management. Shift times vary between 5:30 am and 8pm, 7 days a week.
Who we’re looking for
If you're looking for more than just another Chef role, this is your chance to combine your culinary talent with meaningful work that makes a difference.
About Us
Adventist HealthCare Limited (AHCL) operates several businesses including Sydney Adventist Hospital (fondly known as the San), San Day Surgery Hornsby, San Radiology & Nuclear Medicine and Sydney Adventist Hospital Pharmacy. The San is NSW’s largest private hospital which was founded in 1903. We are proudly faith-based and have a proven history of being industry pioneers in ground-breaking research and delivering superior patient care. As a not-for-profit, we continually reinvest in cutting-edge technology and facilities, providing exceptional outcomes for our dedicated team of 2500+ employees, 1400 Accredited Medical Officers, 300 volunteers and the community we serve.
What to expect
Successful candidates will be required to complete a range of pre-employment checks and assessments. These vary and could include professional references, functional questionnaire, a national police check, among others.
How to apply
If you see yourself in this role, then we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the ‘ Apply’ button and we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and progressed to interview and appointed if deemed suitable. Therefore, we encourage you to Apply Now to avoid disappointment.
If you would like to know more, then please feel free to contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Zak Farhod on careers@sah.org.au Please note that no applications via email will be accepted
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