Casual Chef / Trade Cook / Cook
Food Services Department | Western District Health Service – Coleraine
- Casual Opportunity
- Coleraine Campus
- $30-$34.60 per hour + casual loading + Superannuation (dependent on qualifications and experience)
- Qualified Chefs, Trade Cooks and experienced Cooks encouraged to apply
Love food? Make a difference through every meal you prepare
Western District Health Service – Coleraine campus is seeking enthusiastic and passionate hospitality professionals to join our Food Services team on a casual basis.
We are open to applications from Qualified Chefs, Trade Cooks and experienced Cooks, recognising that great people can come from a variety of hospitality backgrounds. Whether you're looking for additional hours, a flexible role that fits around your lifestyle, or an opportunity to bring your culinary skills into the healthcare sector, we'd love to hear from you. We are open to negotiations and discussions for potential fixed term guaranteed hours.
Working within our hospitality team, you'll help prepare nutritious meals for aged care residents and acute patients, while also supporting catering services.
What You'll Be Doing
Food Preparation & Cooking
Prepare and cook nutritious, high-quality meals for patients, residents, Meals on Wheels clients, staff and visitors while maintaining exceptional food presentation standards.
Variety of Kitchen Operations
Work across multiple kitchen areas including main cook, diet cook, vegetable cook, sweet cook, café services, catering and food production.
Food Safety & Quality
Maintain high standards of food hygiene, food safety and compliance while supporting the WDHS Food Safety Program.
Healthy Food Promotion
Support the delivery of healthy, balanced menus in accordance with the Victorian Government Healthy Choices Guidelines and the WDHS Healthy Choice philosophy.
Teamwork & Customer Service
Work collaboratively with chefs, food service staff and the wider healthcare team to deliver exceptional service and positive dining experiences.
What You Bring
- Trade qualification as a Chef or Trade Cook, or
- Demonstrated experience working as a Cook
- Strong food preparation and cooking skills
- Minimum Food Safety – Food Handlers certificate and knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen compliance requirements
- Positive attitude and strong customer service focus
- Ability to work effectively within a team
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Flexibility to work across different kitchen areas and functions (negotiable)
- Current NDIS Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
- Rights to work in Australia
- Current Driver's Licence (preferred)
Why Join Western District Health Service?
About Us
At Western District Health Service, we are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred healthcare to communities across the Southern Grampians and Glenelg regions.
Our Food Services team plays a critical role in supporting the health and wellbeing of patients, residents, visitors and staff through the delivery of nutritious, high-quality meals and hospitality services.
We are proud to foster a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace guided by our values of Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy.
Discover Life in Hamilton
Hamilton offers an exceptional regional lifestyle with affordable living, excellent schools, modern facilities and easy access to the Grampians National Park and Victoria's spectacular southwest coastline.
To learn more about WDHS, visit: https://wdhs.net/v2/about-us/
To explore the region, visit: https://wdhs.net/v2/home/careers/community-information/
What We Offer
- Flexible casual employment
- Majority of shifts worked Monday to Friday
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to work across healthcare, aged care, catering and café services
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Meaningful work within a respected rural health service
- Excellent work-life balance
Interested?
For more information, view the Position Description: Link
For a confidential discussion, contactStuart Thomsonon 03 5551 8276 or stuart.thomson@wdhs.net
How to Apply
To apply via our careers page, commence your application by completing the form below and selecting Next to continue.
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Applications must include:
- A current resume
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
Applications close: 13th of December 2026
Applications will be reviewed as received. Early applications are encouraged.
Western District Health Service is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and culturally safe workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people living with disability.
If you require support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our People & Capability team on careers@wdhs.net.
Successful applicants will be required to hold or obtain the relevant mandatory checks and meet WDHS compliance requirements as a condition of employment.
Casual Chef / Trade Cook/ Experienced Cook in Coleraine employer: WDHS
Western District Health Service is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and professional development, staff are encouraged to grow their careers while making a meaningful impact in the community. Located in the picturesque Hamilton region, employees enjoy a balanced lifestyle amidst stunning natural landscapes, all while contributing to high-quality healthcare services.
