• Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network, Gawler, Angaston and Tanunda Hospital sites
• Salary: WHA6 $1,185.50 to $1,199.50 per week + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent Full-time position, working over a 7 day roster
• Eligibility Open to Everyone

Embark on a Culinary Adventure at SA Health: Head Cook Opportunity!

Calling all passionate and experienced culinary maestros! SA Health is seeking a dynamic Full-time, Ongoing Head Cook to join our esteemed team within the Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network in Gawler, Angaston, and Tanunda.

As the Head Cook, you will take the lead in ensuring the seamless production and distribution of food services, maintaining the highest standards of efficiency and excellence. Your role will encompass the meticulous oversight of the Food Safety Plan within the kitchens, guaranteeing adherence to stringent quality and safety protocols.

With your expertise and vision, you will spearhead the day-to-day operations, working within budgetary constraints and optimising purchasing strategies to foster a continuous cycle of quality improvement. This includes overseeing all aspects of ordering, receiving, stock control, production, distribution, catering to special dietary requirements, and the esteemed Barossa production.

To excel in this role, you must possess:

- Trade qualifications or equivalent skills as a Head Chef.
- Completed Food Safety Supervisor training.

This opportunity presents the chance to be part of a dynamic and supportive work environment that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. SA Health is committed to providing high-quality healthcare services to the South Australian community, and you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of exceptional culinary experiences for our patients and staff.

Join SA Health and embark on a rewarding journey where your culinary expertise will positively impact the lives of those we serve. Embrace the opportunity to showcase your talents, contribute to a culture of excellence, and shape the future of healthcare dining.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity and apply, please visit sahealth.sa.gov.au. SA Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, inclusion, and a commitment to providing exceptional care.

Unleash your culinary prowess and make a lasting impact – apply today!

Benefits of Joining us

At BHFLHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing and employer superannuation contributions.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to BHFLHN staff and their families.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join BHFLHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Find out more about working in Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

BHFLHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

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)
• 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.

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For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job ref: 905182

Enquiries

Stacey Schutz Position: Services Supervisor
Phone: 0481908616
E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date

18 June 2025 - 2 week close - 11.55PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.

Attachments

905182 - BHFLHN Role Description WHA6 Cook.pdf

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