Dhelkaya Health is a fresh approach to healthcare that is deeply human. Our name, 'Dhelkaya,' derived from Dja Dja Wurrung language, translates to 'being healthy’. It embodies our mission to foster health and wellbeing within our community.
Our deep understanding of local knowledge and community needs allows us to address the unique challenges faced by our diverse population. Our history is rich, but our commitment to innovation and evidence-based care ensures that we're constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our community.
Dhelkaya Health’s main campuses are in Castlemaine and Maldon. We also run an Information Hub in central Castlemaine and the Tarrengower Health Service in Maldon. From these locations and across the community, we deliver personalised patient services, residential care, maternity services, NDIS, and community wellbeing services.
We value diversity and our staff are encouraged to draw from their identity and culture in being part of a workforce that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive.
Dhelkaya Health - Healthier Together.
Position Title: Food Production Team Leader
Classification: FS1
Salary per hour: $37.19 + superannuation + generous salary packaging options
Employment Type: 2 xOngoing part-time 56 hours per fortnight positions
Award: Victorian Public Health Sector (Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers) Single Interest Employers Enterprise Agreement 2021 - 2025
Role description
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Food Production Team Leader to provide day-to-day leadership and operational oversight of the Food Production team at our Castlemaine Campus. This hands-on role combines leadership responsibilities with active participation in food production operations, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality food services while fostering a positive and collaborative team culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and actively participate in food production activities as required.
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Coordinate staffing requirements, including replacement of staff for planned and unplanned absences.
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Ability to step in and cover Cook and FSA shifts when no replacement is available.
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Maintain accurate rostering and workforce records using Kronos.
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Organise, facilitate and document regular team meetings, including agendas, minutes and action plans.
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Participate in recruitment, selection and onboarding of Food Production staff.
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Deliver induction programs and ensure all employment documentation is completed and submitted appropriately.
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Assist with staff performance development and annual appraisal processes.
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Foster a positive workplace culture and effectively manage conflict resolution in consultation with the Food Production Manager
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Manage stock ordering, receipting and inventory control, ensuring storage areas are maintained to a high standard.
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Monitor and review production schedules to ensure service requirements are met efficiently and safely.
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Support continuous staff training and competency development, including food safety, hygiene and equipment operation.
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Ensure compliance with food safety legislation, Food Safety Plans, workplace health and safety requirements, and organisational policies.
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Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and support safe work practices across the department.
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Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, equipment evaluation and purchasing recommendations.
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Undertake other duties as reasonably directed by the Food Production Manager, Food Production Manager or Director Support Services.
About you
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Previous experience in food production, hospitality, health services, commercial catering or a similar environment.
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Proven leadership and team coordination skills.
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Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
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Knowledge of food safety standards, infection control and workplace health and safety requirements.
Culture and Benefits
Dhelkaya Health is located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in regional Victoria. Just a short drive from Bendigo and easily accessed via public transport, the area is brimming with culture that blends the old with the new. Steeped in rich history, the town boasts a vibrant arts scene, historic architecture and is part of the Bendigo Region UNESCO City of Gastronomy.
Surrounded by scenic trails and a unique natural environment that includes historic goldfields, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Combined with a wide range of sporting clubs and outdoor recreation opportunities, the community offers a rich, diverse culture to enjoy.
From community events celebrating local festivals to grassroots initiatives fostering inclusivity and diversity, this is a place where people come together. At Dhelkaya Health, you'll enjoy all this and a flexible work environment with access to career development pathways that suit your life goals. You'll also benefit from:
Stress-free parking: at no-cost close to your place of work.-
Salary packaging: to maximise your earnings with options to package meals, entertainment, rent/mortgage repayments, and more.
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Healthy and active lifestyle: through access to a free onsite gym and Fitness Passportmembership for your family to use in a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness facilities across the region
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Health and wellbeing: through a supported work environment that prioritises work-life balance and a health and well-being program that includes an Employee Assistance Program.
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Building meaningful connections: through the Dhelkaya Health Social Club and a variety of staff events and activities throughout the year held in a friendly, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.
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Home share - If lack of housing is stopping you from applying for a job here, consider Home share. It may help you get started at Dhelkaya Health. See this link for obligation free information.
https://dhelkayahealth.org.au/homeshare/
- All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police check, NDIS (if required) and compliance with Dhelkaya Health Vaccination Policy.
Our purpose and role at Dhelkaya Health is to be Healthier Together – we engage and empower individuals and community through the provision of empathetic inclusive and professional health services. We want a workforce who share our passion and purpose and is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, and people of diverse genders and/or sexual orientations.
For further information about this position, please contact Suri Dissanayake – Food Production Manager on 0455918660.
Applications close 19th July 2026
We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly, as applications may be reviewed and progressed before the closing date.
Please note that candidates are required to submit a cover letter and CV together with a document addressing the key selection criteria (which can be found on the Position Description). Only candidates that supply this information will be considered for roles at Dhelkaya Health.
