Tradesperson Cook

Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community? This is a Fixed Term Full-Time appointment at 80 hours per fortnight. Fixed Term appointments include the future possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

This role provides a quality, cost-effective food service to a range of health service clients including inpatients, staff meals, special function catering and any other KEMH catering requirements. Ensures that the health services food service complies with all legislative, regulatory and industry standards.

Must be qualified as a cook with experience working in a commercial kitchen preparing meals in bulk. While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitudes speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.

What we offer:

• NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate.
• In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits including generous salary packaging to increase take-home pay, professional and career development opportunities, and a diverse and inclusive culture.

Eligibility to Apply:

To be suitable for appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia. WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. You may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment.

We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

NMHS fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.

NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. NMHS upholds the social model of disability. We welcome applicants who have disability and endeavour to support reasonable workplace adjustments and flexibility.

If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG).

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. We look forward to receiving your application. This document can be made available in alternative formats on request.