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SalaryThis position qualifies for a Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (pro-rata part-time/temporary positions less than 18 months), and a reoccurring Annual Retention Bonus valued up to $10,000 (pro-rata part time), under the
This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.
To recognise ongoing service in this role, once the successful candidate has served a qualifying period, they will become entitled to a reoccurring Annual Retention Bonus valued up to $10,000 (as taxable income).
For more information, please discuss incentive options with the contact person for this role
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Cook Grade B
Remuneration: $58869.20 + Super
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ458826
Location: (24kms from Mildura VIC)
Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference with big impact?
- Opportunity to live in one Australia’s biggest and best food and wine precincts with a 25 min drive to Mildura Hub
- Only a short 45min flight to Victoria or 2hours to Sydney or drive 4.5 hour to Adelaide
- Provide an effective and efficient catering service including providing meals for patients and aged care residents and catering for functions while observing the principles of Nutrition and Health Standards.
- Plan and deliver an effective and efficient catering service of nutritious meals to meet dietary requirements of all patients, staff and requested functions whilst adhering to the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) Guidelines.
- Ensure equipment and chemicals are used correctly and the preparation of all cooking requirements such as meats, poultry, fish, cakes, pastries and sweets are prepared within the Work Health and Safety Guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures and Far West LHD Food Safety and Nutrition Program.
- Prepare, complete and maintain accurate routine stock takes, audits and rosters and ensure appropriate documentation is retained to ensure all stock is ordered in a cost effective and timely manner, waste is reduced and appropriate staff are rostered for the effective operations of the work area.
- Salary packaging (pay less tax) and enjoy up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment
- Isolation & climate allowance
- Learning and Development support with access to further education & training
- A comfortable country lifestyle with some of the best food, wine and scenery at your doorstep
The is 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare.
Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton (Buronga), Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.
In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.
About Wentworth
Just 24 km from Mildura, Wentworth is a rural town located at the meeting point of two of Australia’s most iconic rivers, the Murray and the Darling. Enjoy a scenic cruise or guided kayak tour down the region’s beautiful rivers. Wentworth is full of history, culture and unique attractions with a number of heritage-listed sites including the fascinating Old Wentworth Gaol. With wineries, galleries, museums, water sports and more…you’ll never be bored in Wentworth.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible by selecting APPLY NOW below:
- Previous commercial catering experience or demonstrated ability to cook for large numbers and special diets.
- Certificate in Use of Hygienic Practices for Food Safety or willingness to obtain.
- Demonstrated Knowledge of Food Safety Act including Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) principles. Strong understanding of Work Health and Safety in the work place, including Infection Control principles and Manual Hazardous Tasks.
- Ability to work without supervision and as part of a team with the ability to work shift work, including early starts.
- Experience in stock control, ordering and rostering.
- Ability to work in culturally sensitive manner.
- Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills.
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For role related queries or questions contact Timothy O'Neill on Timothy.ONeill@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 29/1/2024
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Far West Local Health District is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait backgrounds and LGBTQI+ communities to apply for positions.
