The Team:
The Cook (Non-Trade) role is embedded within the kitchen team at the Midlands Multi‑Purpose Health Centre in Oatlands, Tasmania—about an hour north of Hobart. This small, close-knit crew supports an 18‑bed aged-care unit, four rural health beds, and an urgent care centre. Together, they ensure meals are prepared and delivered safely and hygienically, meeting each patient’s and community client’s dietary needs in line with the Food Safety Plan and Continuous Quality Improvement standards.
The Role:
- Provide meals of a high standard to patients, residents, community clients and staff.
- Ensure individualised dietary needs are provided.
- Ensure all meal preparation and meal delivery meets the standards set out in the Food Safety Plan.
- Monitor the use and storage of food, perishable goods and other consumables in accordance with the standards set out in the Food Safety Plan.
You will need to:
- Ensure a high standard of food preparation and presentation for patients, resident and staff meals.
- Prepare meals as set out in the rotating menu and ensure the timely delivery of meals.
- Interact effectively with the clinical care staff, patients/residents/clients and other healthcare team members to facilitate the provision of optimum meals service.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Fixed term casual shift worker position, working as and when required commencing 1 February 2026 until 31 January 2027.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
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.
Salary: $63,110 to $66,049 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 2022.
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 benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- 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
Eligibility:
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Certificate II in Hospitality
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
*Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Rachel Boughton
Position: Director of Nursing
Phone number: (03) 03 6135 0511
Email address: rachel.boughton@ths.tas.gov.au
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