Catering Assistant/Kitchen Hand - Mental Health Unit

Joondalup Health Campus, Joondalup

• Permanent part time position available
• We care about YOU! Access counselling, wellbeing services, legal & financial assistance
• Enjoy benefits such as paid parental leave, study leave and the option to purchase additional annual leave.

In 2023, a state-of-the-art public Mental Health Unit featuring 77 (moving to 102) purpose- built beds was opened. This facility includes specialised services for adult, older adult, psychiatric intensive care, and a young adult and youth service.

• Successful candidates must have the ability to work shifts across a 14-day rotating roster which may involve weekdays, weekend, and public holidays.
• Working various shifts starting from: Shifts start times 0600, 0630, 1045, 1100, 1230 and 1330.

About the Role

As a member of our dynamic team within the newly established Mental Health Unit kitchen, you will report directly to the Catering Manager. Your role will involve operating in a fast-paced team-oriented environment within the new Mental Health Unit kitchen.

Your duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Customer service
• Being responsive and sensitive to customer information, their needs and wants
• Dishwashing/pot washing
• Undertake cleaning duties throughout the department and at ward level whilst keeping in line with HACCP/Food Safety regulations infection control and hospital standards.
• Assist with general kitchen duties as required
• Setting up, plating, and distributing patient meals and beverages
• Allergy control awareness
• Chefmax duties – training will be provided.
• Must be able to complete PART training.

About You

To excel in this position, we seek a proactive and enthusiastic team member with a genuine enthusiasm for catering services. Previous experience in a comparable food service environment, particularly within a clinical setting, will be highly valued.

Ideally you will also bring:

• Previous experience in a hospital or hospitality environment.
• Previous customer service experience is essential.
• Previous experience in kitchen hygiene, pot washing, dishwashing, cleaning
• Certificate II or Certificate III in Hospitality (desirable).
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene principles.
• Proven ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required.

Remuneration:   On offer is a base hourly rate of $27.87 + superannuation, exclusive of penalties or allowances – Please confirm

Why Joondalup Health Campus?

We are expanding our mental health services! Joondalup Health Campus is the largest health care facility in Perth’s northern suburbs, providing 24-hour acute care from an integrated public and private campus.

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety.  Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com

What’s in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression. 

Discounts:  Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7. 

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Requirements

• Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months.
• Depending on the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

If you have any enquiries regarding this opportunity, please do not hesitate to contact Lex Robertson Head Chef MHU via email at RobertsonLex@ramsayhealth.com.au

Closing date: 26 November 2024