Sous Chef
Ramsay Health Care · Joondalup, Western Australia, Australia
Joondalup Health Campus (JHC) is one of WA's largest hospitals, treating nearly 73,000 inpatients annually through a unique public-private partnership.
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
Join JHC Catering in a hands-on leadership role where you will drive our exceptional à la carte private patient meal service, mentor the team, and provide flexible operational support across the wider kitchen
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and support the meal production team responsible for the Private Patient Meal Service, ensuring meals are produced, portioned, presented and delivered to the required standards.
- Provide hands on leadership and supervision of catering personnel, maintaining high standards of product quality, food presentation, service and productivity.
- Ensure meals are prepared in accordance with the Joondalup Health Campus Food Safety Program, applicable State Nutritional Guidelines and Food Safety Standards.
- Maintain accurate food safety and production documentation and ensure team members follow established policies, procedures and HACCP principles.
- Support staff performance and development in liaison with the Head Chef, Catering Manager and Catering Team Leader.
- Contribute to broader Campus Catering Services, including supporting the Main Kitchen and other catering areas when operationally required.
- Assist with ordering food stock, supplies and equipment as required.
About You
- Trade Certificate or equivalent qualification in Commercial Cookery (essential)
- Minimum 2–3 years' experience in a Sous Chef
- Proven experience in food preparation for individuals and groups (hospital/aged care experience highly regarded).
- Flexibility to work across a 8-hour shifts hours between 5am – 8pm (rotating roster including weekdays, weekends, and public holidays)
- Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP principles and infection control requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team while remaining hands-on and focused on quality and service.
- Confidence using computer-based systems such as MyTime/Workplan, Chefmax and Microsoft Office.
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 a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases
Apply:
All applications must be lodged online.
Applications close: 27 November 2026
Reference number: JR117271
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.