Chef
Ramsay Health Care · Tugun, Queensland, Australia
John Flynn Private Hospital is a 354-bed acute care hospital located at Tugun on the southern Gold Coast, just minutes from Gold Coast Airport. Serving the Gold Coast, Tweed Coast and Northern Rivers, the hospital provides comprehensive services including emergency care, cardiac, surgical, cancer, medical, maternity, paediatric, renal, rehabilitation and day surgery services.
The campus includes the main hospital, specialist medical suites, John Flynn Cancer Centre, radiotherapy, radiology, pathology and pharmacy. Set in a peaceful hilltop location with ocean and rural views, John Flynn provides a welcoming environment focused on quality patient care and recovery.
The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care. Ramsay provides high-quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom.
John Flynn Private Hospital is seeking a professional Chef to join our Food Services team on a part-time basis. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals for patients, staff, the cafeteria and hospital functions, including short-order patient food service.
You will play an important role in delivering quality food services while maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness in accordance with the Hospital’s Food Safety Plan, relevant HACCP standards and hospital policies.
About You
You are a passionate and skilled Chef who takes pride in food preparation, presentation and quality. You understand the importance of providing nutritious, appealing meals in a healthcare environment and can work efficiently in a busy kitchen while maintaining strict food safety and hygiene standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals for patients, staff, the cafeteria and hospital functions.
- Provide short-order patient food service, ensuring meals are prepared and served to the required standard.
- Maintain consistent food quality, presentation and portion control.
- Follow the Hospital’s Food Safety Plan, relevant HACCP standards and food safety procedures.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across kitchen, food preparation and storage areas.
- Ensure food is stored, handled and labelled appropriately to maintain safety and quality.
- Monitor food supplies and assist with stock rotation and minimising food waste.
- Work collaboratively with the Food Services team to ensure timely and efficient meal service.
What You Will Also Bring
- Professional chef qualifications and/or relevant commercial kitchen experience.
- Experience preparing a range of meals in a busy food service environment.
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and HACCP principles.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- A commitment to high standards of food quality, cleanliness and presentation.
- The ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively to a team.
- A flexible and reliable approach to part-time work.
Remuneration
On offer is a base hourly rate of $33.19–$34.81 + superannuation, based on experience and classification, exclusive of applicable penalties and allowances (Ramsay Health Care Queensland Support Services Enterprise Agreement - Level 3).
What’s in it for You:
At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:
- Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
- Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
- Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
- Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
- Increase your take-home pay through novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.
Why Join Ramsay:
At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:
- Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
- A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
- A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.
- Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.
- According to the role, Ramsay may require proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.
Apply:
Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today. All applications must be lodged online.
Applications close: 18th November 2026
Reference number: JR117277
Please Note:
Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.
Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.