Cook, Permanent Part Time (0.26 FTE) 40 Hours Total 4-week Roster
Koo Wee Rup Campus
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.
We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.
More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.
Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January ****.
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The Team & Role
This position provides a lead role in the timely preparation and delivery of high-quality meals to patients, residents, and other consumers, in accordance with dietary, safety, and hygiene standards. The position incumbent ensures the kitchen and food service areas are maintained to the highest level of cleanliness and compliance, and actively contributes to a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors. The role supports team coordination, promotes a positive workplace culture, and upholds the values of Kooweerup Regional Health Service through respectful, person-centred service delivery.
Skills & Experience Required
Mandatory
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
Certificate in Safe Food Handling
Current National Police Check
Proven experience in commercial cooking, preferably in health or aged care settings




Ability to supervise kitchen staff and coordinate daily operations
Experience working effectively in multidisciplinary team environments
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to prioritise workload and work efficiently in a energetic setting
Physical capacity for manual handling and kitchen duties
Commitment to food safety, quality improvement, and confidentiality
Certificate III or IV Community Services (Aged Care) or recent experience in a Residential Aged Care environment
First Aid Certificate
Experience in the Healthcare Industry relevant to the Food & Domestic Services Department.
Step into state-of-the-art facilities
Take advantage of free onsite parking
Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
Feel supported with our Employee Assistance Program (Converge)
Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders[GA3]
Next Steps
For role specific information please contact
Yamsi Yalavarthi on ********
For any questions, please feel welcome to contact the
People & Culture Team
at ******
The role ceases advertising on
22/9/2026
Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Regional Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to Bayside Health job openings and vacancies | SEEK
Additional Information
Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.
Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care
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