• A great opportunity to join our retail team at Mater Hospital Newcastle, NSW
• Full Time Day Work - Monday to Friday
• Paid parking available on site
• Supportive manager and team

Medirest is built on the foundation of trust, integrity and openness and we care passionately about the role we play in the lives of those within our care. Whether it’s a welcoming smile and greeting from our Porter, a Barista serving a cup of coffee or a Security Officer helping someone to find their way, our purpose is to provide care and empathy in all interactions.

We are currently seeking to appoint a Head Chef to lead our small food and beverage team based at the Newcastle Mater Hospital.

The role will see you manage the kitchen operations in a safe and efficient manner supporting and promoting our safety culture framework.  You will prepare and cook quality food for our customers in conjunction with the contractual requirements of the site and ensure that all tasks associated with food production are performed with regard for all health and safety and food safety regulations.   

The successful candidate will be service-centric and truly believe that going the extra mile isn't the exception, it's the expectation. Using your hands-on management style you will motivate your team with passion and enthusiasm, uniting your team to exceed customer expectations.

The Role:

• Menu planning with a continued a focus on improving our retail offerings and presentation
• Prepare, cook and present cafe items from our menus and daily specials to a high standard
• Being hands on whilst working calmly and positively influencing our kitchen team
• Responsible for mentoring, training, and development of the kitchen team
• Observation of and implementation of allergy awareness controls.
• Monitor costs with special regard to portion control, waste minimisation, stock control and ordering.
• Ensure the safe production of a quality product without comprise to the food safety guidelines provided
• Maintaining our food safety program and associated HACCP documentation
• Manage, organise and execute on site client functions

You:

• A minimum of Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
• Full understanding of OHS, Hygiene & HACCP regulations
• Good allergen knowledge & dietary awareness
• A great eye for detail and natural flair to identify new and enticing food offerings
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive outlook and professional manner
• Flexible approach and a positive attitude
• Experience and ability to lead and mentor a small team
• Previous menu planning, including ordering

The Benefits

We place great importance on being an employer of choice and offer excellent career opportunities including internal transfers; ongoing training and development; a competitive salary, recognition programs including awards, long service and team events; and company discounts.

In line with the required legislation, a current criminal record check and staff health clearance will be required as part of the standard recruitment and selection process for this position. Join a team that shares your commitment to quality, safety, teamwork and "can-do safely".

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