Permanent part time opportunity to assist in the provision of a high quality nutrition and food service to patients/clients of the hospital by assisting in the preparation, plating, presentation, and delivery of meals/food services in accordance with established nutritional, dietetic and quality procedures whilst adhering to and maintaining Queensland Health’s guidelines.

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About the role

Permanent part time opportunity to assist in the provision of a high quality nutrition and food service to patients/clients of the hospital by assisting in the preparation, plating, presentation, and delivery of meals/food services in accordance with established nutritional, dietetic and quality procedures whilst adhering to and maintaining Queensland Health's guidelines.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

• Participate in a range of operational duties as outlined on daily duty statements and procedures, or as directed by a Supervisor including but not limited to: food preparation, stock receivable and storage, stock control, serving on the plating line and tray assembly, trolley delivery to ward, serving meals and beverages to patients, buffet style meal provision, patient tray stripping, pot wash duties and general cleaning, and operation of a flight and pass-through dishwasher.
• Responsible for keeping an imprest system and the stock control of patient food supplies in the ward kitchen areas.
• Responsible for cleaning duties in allocated areas as part of direct duties or to assist staff. This can include ward kitchens, main kitchen, floors, storerooms and cold and freezer rooms.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and to prioritise duties within designated timeframes.
• Ability to communicate with patients/clients, visitors and work with staff in a harmonious manner and as part of a team.

Health Equity

It is expected that all Metro North Health staff, including the incumbent of this role as a valuable member of the Metro North workforce, contribute to the health equity agenda and meet the intent of supporting the defined six actions that specifically meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS), by actively supporting the elimination of racial discrimination and institutional racism; supporting increased access to health care; influencing the social, cultural and economic determinants of health; supporting the delivery of sustainable, culturally safe and responsive health services;  and recognise the importance of working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and organisations to design, deliver, monitor and review the health and support services we provide.

Benefits when working for us

• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• PCH633631 Role Description (PDF, 380KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Support (PDF, 860KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Benefits for working with MN (PDF, 1.00MB)
  Information Package for Applicants