Contract: 2x Ongoing positions available, 56.0 hours per fortnight. We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated Kitchen Support - Assistant Cooks to join our Food Services team in these newly created roles! If you have commercial cooking experience and are looking for a varied and interesting work environment this is the ideal position for you. The Position: As a Kitchen Support Assistant, you'll play an important role in delivering safe, nutritious meals to patients and residents by following the BRHS Food Safety Plan and Healthy Choices guidelines. This hands-on role includes preparing and packing meals, handling food safely, assisting with special dietary needs, and maintaining a clean, hygienic kitchen. It's a great opportunity to be part of a supportive team making a real difference in the hospital and aged care community. Applicants have availability to work a range of shifts as required between 6.30 am and 7pm, across 7 days a week including public holidays. Why should you apply? Pay Less Tax with Salary Packaging Enjoy 5 weeks Annual Leave (pro rata) Join a supportive team culture with values-based environment Work in an environment with exceptional safety standards Make a real difference in a small welcoming community Key selection criteria: Demonstrated experience in food service environment including basic food handling and organisation. Current Safe Food Handling Certificate and knowledge of dietary requirements is desirable. Understanding of food safety and hygiene including temperature, cross-contamination and cleaning protocols. Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, standing for long periods and moving equipment. Please see the Position Description for additional selection criteria. About BRHS & The Department: Bairnsdale Regional Health Service is East Gippsland's largest employer and healthcare provider. Located in a stunning regional area, you will relish an amazing lifestyle and enjoy a rewarding work environment providing challenge, variety and a range of opportunities to progress your career. Our Food Services department produces and delivers a range of catering and food services that meet the needs of our patients, aged care residents, clients, visitors and staff. In addition to our internal patient service, a cafeteria day service is provided to staff and visitors as well as catering for meetings/functions and participation in the local community meals on wheels program. Interested? For more information contact: Paul Akkerman, Acting Executive Chef on 03 5150 3418 or 0429 623 744 Application Close: Sunday 14 th September 2025 Please note Visa Sponsorship is not available for this role. Applications are to be submitted by selecting “Apply Now” and are to include: Cover letter Resume (including two recent referees) Response to the full key selection criteria (as listed in the attached position description) Find out more about working with us here and follow us on facebook . For information on East Gippsland, visit Live East Gippsland At BRHS we are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, feels safe, valued and supported. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please contact us.
