CHEF - Casual Position
An opportunity exists for a qualified Chef to join our well established and highly reputable Catering Department. We offer a supportive atmosphere, with an extensive education program so you get to work in a role that offers you work-life balance. Our Hospital is situated in the beautiful Hunter Valley.
- Continuous professional development, education & support provided
- Inclusive, values‑led workplace
- Casual opportunities – Work life balance
About this role
Are you a trained chef looking to step into a career that rewards your skills and offers a flexible working environment? Hunter Valley Private Hospital are seeking a Qualified Chef to join our well established and highly reputable Catering Department.
About Us
Hunter Valley Private Hospital is located on the fringe of Newcastle and is close to the Pacific Motorway, vineyards and university. We are an independent 83 bed facility with a 5 theatre Operating Suite providing medical (geriatric and palliation), rehabilitation, hydrotherapy and surgical services. HVPH is committed to providing a workplace culture that respects, supports and rewards staff members.
Enjoy an easy journey to work with free parking in a relatively quiet location.
Hunter Valley Private cultivates an inclusive team culture, prioritising both patient and staff safety in the provision of excellent care, having received perfect ratings in its last 2 ACHS accreditation surveys.
We provide flexibility in rostering and strive to help staff maintain a positive work life balance. Workplace safety is extremely important at HVPH, with all staff engaged in safety and wellbeing programs across the site, including Fitness Passport.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain cleanliness and hygiene levels of food preparation area and kitchen equipment
- Meal and food preparation for patients as per recipe guide
- Maintain food stock levels
- Maintain regular daily temperatures of refrigerators and freezers as per food safety standards
- Implement Food Safety Program
- Liaise with management and facility staff
- Lead, supervise, coach and develop team members to deliver exceptional service
Essential Criteria:
- Certificate III in Commercial Cooking
- Good working knowledge and understanding of HACCP regulations
- Safe Food Handling Certificate (desirable)
- Available for shifts over a 7-day roster including weekend work
- Experience in hospital or hotel food service environment preferred
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene levels of food preparation area and kitchen equipment
- Meal and food preparation for patients as per recipe guide
- Maintain food stock levels
- Maintain regular daily temperatures of refrigerators and freezers as per food safety standards
- Implement Food Safety Program
- Liaise with management and facility staff
- Lead, supervise, coach and develop team members to deliver exceptional service
Why Healthscope?
When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.
You’ll also benefit from:
Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network
Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth
We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.
Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.
Applications close: 9th July 2026
To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to David Conway - Support Services Manager 02 4944 3707
More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.
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