Supervisor (Food Services) - Westside Lo

TitleFood Services Supervisor - Westside Lodge Dual Diagnosis Rehabilitation CentreAbout the RoleAn exciting opportunity exists at Western Health Drug Health Services for a permanent part-time Food Services Supervisor.The Westside Lodge DDRC Food Services Supervisor is an integral part of our multidisciplinary team and will be responsible for menu planning, ordering and direct food preparation for and with the clients of our unit. The FSS must have a focus on healthy nutrition and the ability to educate and engage our client group as part of their recovery.About YouAs an experienced Food Services Supervisor you will:

• Have relevant qualifications such as Chef training
• Have a current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate or be willing to work toward this
• Have previous experience in menu planning, food preparation, budgeting, cooking and food safety requirements
• Demonstrate the ability to effectively work alongside clients of the Westside Lodge DDRC who often have complex issues
• Have a focus on good nutrition and be able to educate and engage the client group to focus on a healthy diet as part of their recovery
• Be committed to Western Health's Values and Best Care framework

About UsOur workforce of over 13,000 employees are driven by our values of ‘Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety’ (CARES). We value our people and provide them the opportunity to grow and develop. Our teams are friendly and supportive, ensuring we deliver a safe, person-centred and connected patient experience.Western Health is in a period of rapid growth. Our services comprise of four acute public hospitals: Footscray Hospital, Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh & Melton Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Day Hospital, Hazeldean, Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care, as well as community health centres in Melton, Caroline Springs and Bacchus Marsh and a range of community-based services. We care for a diverse community of more than 1 million people with complex care needs ranging from Neonates to Geriatrics.Our employees enjoy a wide range of benefits such as:

• Professional development support
• Career advancement opportunities
• Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing
• Work-life balance

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation status clearance (including evidence of COVID 19 vaccination) and (if applicable) a Working with Children’s Check.Western Health do not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Selection Criteria Essential: Current Food Safety Supervisor certificate or willing to work towards this
Essential: Previous experience in menu planning, food preparation, cooking and food safety requirements.
Essential: Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a proven capacity to negotiate with clients, staff and other stakeholders
Essential: Relevant qualifications such as Chef training (Certificate IV Commercial Cookery or equivalent)
Essential: Demonstrated ability to prioritise and effectively manage workflow
Essential: Demonstrated ability to effectively work alongside clients of the WSL DDRC who often have complex issues
Essential: Demonstrated ability to work effectively and within a multi-disciplinary team
Essential: Demonstrated sensitivity to the diverse needs of marginalised groups
Essential: Current Driver's licence
Essential: computer literacy skills
Essential: Police check and Working with Children Check will be required to be completed for this position
Desirable: Motivation to engage in further education to develop knowledge and expertise
Desirable: Previous experience providing Food Services for complex clients