Job Requisition ID: 8873
Legal Entity: Monash Health
Location:
Heatherton, VIC, AU, 3202
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Employment Type: Part Time
Posting Date: 11 Aug 2026
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience.
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Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.
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Help shape the future of healthcare at Monash Health and embark on a rewarding career where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives.
About the Role
Join our team as a Chef on Part time ongoing basis in this exciting opportunity to work at the new Boollam Boollam Aged Care Centre and Chestnut Gardens.
As part of the Support Services team and reporting to the Chef Manager, our Chefs play a vital role in delivering high-quality nutrition and hydration services that enhance the health and wellbeing of our residents. They are responsible for preparing meals that meet both standardised recipes and individual dietary needs, while maintaining full compliance with food safety and quality standards. The role also supports food service delivery across the residents, contributes to product and process development, and helps uphold Monash Health's Department of Health Food Service standards. Chefs are also involved in preventative maintenance reporting, kitchen audits, and continuous improvement initiatives that drive excellence in both service and operations.
Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to)
Preparing and serving meals in a timely manner according to standardised recipes and dietary requirements
Ensuring compliance with all food safety, hygiene, infection control, and quality standards
Maintaining and auditing the Food Safety Program, identifying critical control points and developing corrective actions
Participating in hygiene and cleanliness audits within kitchen environments
Supporting internal and external meal services to ensure consistent, high-quality outcomes
Monitoring and maintaining quality standards in menu planning and food preparation
Contributing to the review and improvement of food regeneration standards and work methods
Ensuring compliance with the Food Safety Program, Victorian Nutritional Standards, Portion Guidelines, and OHS procedures
Reporting faults and maintaining a preventative maintenance schedule for kitchen equipment in collaboration with the Production or Food Services Manager
Recommending and initiating proposals for improved production or service delivery
Collaborating with the Chef Manager and team to meet service expectations and support operational goals
You will be guaranteed 8 hours per fortnight, worked every second Monday, with the opportunity to pick up additional hours across both Chestnut Gardens and Boollam Boollam Aged Care Centre.
This is a pool position designed to cover vacant morning, afternoon and evening shifts from Monday to Sunday, depending on operational requirements.
Please note that additional shifts are not guaranteed or permanently scheduled.
About You
To ensure your success in this role, you will bring a solid foundation of industry-recognised training, paired with hands-on experience in food services or commercial kitchens. You will have a strong understanding of food safety regulations, HACCP principles, and quality management systems. Your ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team, along with excellent communication skills, will allow you to contribute positively to the kitchen environment. You will take pride in your work, maintain high standards of hygiene, and be confident in meeting the physical demands of the role, including manual handling tasks. Demonstrated time management skills, a proactive attitude, and a focus on delivering high-quality service are essential.
You are also required to hold
Trade qualification – Commercial Cookery
Current Food Safety qualification
Food services certificate (HLTFSE001: Follow basic food safety practices or SITXFSA001: Use hygienic practices for food safety
Qualification in HACCP procedures and quality management systems
Why you will love working with us
As a chef, you will play a vital role in supporting resident 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 environmental and 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 vaccinations
Uniform Provided
Uniform and laundry allowance
On Site car Parking available (at a cost)
About the Department / Program
The Support Services team is a collaborative and dedicated group that plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Our culture is built on respect, compassion, and excellence, and we are committed to continuous improvement and professional development.
About Boollam Boollam Aged Care:
Nestled within the leafy grounds of Kingston Centre in Heatherton, Boollam Boollam Aged Care Centre offers a state-of-the-art, purpose-built residential facility dedicated to comfort, dignity, and excellence in aged care. With 150 beds across four thoughtfully designed floors, our modern infrastructure supports a warm, home-like environment—tailored to meet the unique needs of every resident.
About Chestnut Gardens:
Chestnut Gardens Aged Care Home is a residential aged care facility operated by Monash Health in Melbourne’s south-east, providing long-term care for older adults who can no longer live independently. The 100-bed home offers a range of services including general aged care, dementia support and aged persons’ mental health car in a supported, clinical environment. Its primary function is to deliver ongoing nursing care, daily living assistance and wellbeing support for residents with complex or higher-level care needs
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Ellappan Somasundaram on 57964.
Position Description can be found here
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
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.
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: 10 September 2026.
