Trade Cook -Kingston Centre

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Embark on a rewarding career and be part of a team where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives. 

About the Role: 

Monash Health's Central Production Kitchen (CPK) operates three kitchens: two at the Kingston Centre, Cheltenham and one at Moorabbin Hospital. 

Join our team as a Trade Cook based at the Kingston Centre, Cheltenham in a full time or part time ongoing role, 8.0 hours a day, Monday to Friday. 

All shifts are eight hours and have a rostered start of either 6:30am or 8am.

Working as part of the CPK team, the main focus for the team is delivering an exceptional patient meal experience.  The Trade Cooks are responsible for the production of meals providing food and nutrition to our patients.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to: 

• Manage the preparation of meals in a timely manner, following standard recipes 

• Manage the cleaning of kitchen and equipment 

• Deliver, distribute and collect al smartpak meal requirements 

• Ensure all Department of Health Food Service standards are achieved. 

• Report and maintain a comprehensive Preventative Maintenance Program. 

• Completion of food safety documentation in a timely manner 

About Us: 

We take pride in providing food and nutrition to our patients and consumers.  We are innovative, proactive and always looking to improve. Being part of the broader Support Services team we are responsible for a range of essential non-clinical services that help our hospitals run. We provide food services, Central Production Kitchen, patient support, porters, cleaning, linen, pest control, waste management, car parking, hygiene services and some retail services. 

About You:  

To ensure your success in this role you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience and knowledge: 

• Current Food Safety qualification (essential) 

• Relevant food services certificate (minimum SITXFSA001 – Use hygienic practices for food safety) (essential) 

• Trade qualification – Commercial Cookery (essential) 

• Qualification in HACCP procedures and quality management systems (essential) 

• Excellent verbal & written communication skills 

• Ability to work proactively with a cohesive team and on your own to complete daily tasks  

• Time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks 

• Takes pride in your work with attention to detail  

• A strong understanding of food safety 

• Ability to undertake physical work including lifting, carrying and manual handling 

• Basic to moderate computer skills 

• Certificate IV in Hospitality (desirable) 

• A high standard of demonstrated experience in customer services and/or food services from a health or hospitality environment (desirable) 

In Return:

 
As an FSA, you will play a vital role in supporting patient care while working within a supportive and inclusive team culture. Monash Health offers ongoing opportunities for professional development and leadership training. FSAs benefit from job stability within Victoria’s largest public health service, along with clear career pathways across support services. As a Monash Health employee you will enjoy a variety of benefits, such as:

• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
• Novated leasing for vehicle options
• Full-time employees accrue 5 week’s annual leave (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Free annual flu vaccinations
• Uniform and laundry allowance

For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further, please Imran Hanif on 0404005944.

Position Description can be found here

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’

Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date. 

Applications close: 15 August 2025