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About the Role
Join our team as a Chef on a full time, ongoing to work at Monash Medical Centre based at Clayton. In this role, you will be guided under the leadership of the Food Services Manager and working with the broader Support Services team. As part of the Support Services team, our Chefs play a vital role in delivering high-quality nutrition and hydration services that support patient health, recovery and wellbeing. Chefs are responsible for preparing and cooking a wide range of meals in accordance with standardised recipes, production schedules and individual dietary requirements.



They ensure all food is prepared safely, meets quality standards, and complies with food safety regulations and hospital policies. Chefs contribute to patient care by producing nutritious, appetising meals that meet diverse clinical and cultural needs, while maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation and service. They work collaboratively with Food Services staff to ensure meals are prepared, portioned and delivered accurately, safely and on time, supporting a positive patient experience.

Key responsibilities
include, but not limited to:
- Preparing and serving meals in a timely manner according to standardised recipes and dietary requirements
- Ensuring compliance with all food safety, hygiene, infection control, and quality standards
- Maintaining and auditing the Food Safety Program, identifying critical control points and developing corrective actions
- Participating in hygiene and cleanliness audits within kitchen environments
- Supporting internal and external meal services to ensure consistent, high-quality outcomes
- Monitoring and maintaining quality standards in menu planning and food preparation
- Contributing to the review and improvement of food regeneration standards and work methods
- Ensuring compliance with the Food Safety Program, Victorian Nutritional Standards, Portion Guidelines, and OHS procedures




- Reporting faults and maintaining a preventative maintenance schedule for kitchen equipment in collaboration with the Production or Food Services Manager
- Recommending and initiating proposals for improved production or service delivery We currently have the following available: Days: Tuesday to Saturday Hours: 10:00am
- 6:30pm Total hours per fortnight: 80 About You To ensure your success in this role, you will bring a solid foundation of industry-recognised training, paired with hands-on experience in food services or commercial kitchens. You will have a strong understanding of food safety regulations, HACCP principles, and quality management systems. Your ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team, along with excellent communication skills, will allow you to contribute positively to the kitchen environment. You will take pride in your work, maintain high standards of hygiene, and be confident in meeting the physical demands of the role, including manual handling tasks. Demonstrated time management skills, a proactive attitude, and a focus on delivering high-quality service are essential. You are also required to hold
- Trade qualification
- Commercial Cookery
- Current Food Safety qualification
- Food services certificate (HLTFSE001: Follow basic food safety practices or SITXFSA001: Use hygienic practices for food safety
- Qualification in HACCP procedures and quality management systems Why you will love working with us As a chef, you will play a vital role in supporting resident care while working within a supportive and inclusive team culture. Monash Health offers ongoing opportunities for career development and leadership training. FSAs benefit from job stability within Victoria's largest

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