Catering Services Officer (Relief) (512464)

- Australia, Tas
- Aug 10, 2026

Medicine Casual - Fixed Term

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Millbrook Rise Centre is a 27-bed mental health subacute inpatient facility; we are a consumer-centred service with a focus on rehabilitation and recovery located in the beautiful Derwent Valley. We are a collaborative team that works with our consumers, their friends and families in their individualised recovery journey.

- This role provides a high standard of food services to patients and staff of the Millbrook Rise Centre.
- Ensure a high standard of food preparation and presentation for patient and staff meals along with special dietary requirements for both food and refreshments where required.
- Distribute meals to individual units in accordance with relevant policies.
- Check patient identification is correct prior to delivering/distributing meals and observe all dietary restrictions allocated to patients.

You will need:

- Demonstrated knowledge and experience and/or relevant qualifications in food preparation and production, cook-chill procedures and working within an inpatient setting.
- Knowledge and understanding of general food handling and food hygiene regulations, and proven ability to maintain all work areas and equipment in a hygienic state, including maintaining a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance in accordance with food services policies.
- Good communication skills with a proven ability to understand both written and verbal instructions and cooperate effectively with patients, visitors, and staff, and the ability to work within a team environment.

Details of appointment:

Fixed term, casual, position working as and when required,



commencing as soon as possible until 30 June 2027.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Position Features:

- The role is located at Millbrook Rise Centre. The occupant will work in an setting that requires all staff to be alert to any matters concerning the security and safety of patients and staff

$65,827 to $68,854 per annum (Pro rata) . Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025.

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other perks if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

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Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

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📌 Catering Services Officer (Relief) (512464)
🏢 Tasmania Government
📍 Derwent Valley Council