About the role

To provide for the delivery of safe and nutritious food while adhering to Queensland Health guidelines, policies and procedures.  As a Food Safety Supervisor, oversee the day-to-day implementation of food safety in the workplace and apply and monitor food safety requirements.

The key responsibilities of the role are:

• Fulfil the accountabilities of this role in accordance with Queensland Health's core values, as outlined above.
• Ensure ordering, food preparation, cooking production, presentation methods and distribution services are in accordance with the food safety program.
• Prepare meals for special dietary requirements
• Rotate stock and monitor the quality of stock received
• Control portion size and quality of food
• Participate in menu development
• Maintain food presentation standards
• Report maintenance requirements
• Have the skills of a Food Safety Supervisor
• Actively contribute to maintaining a safe workplace that values the health and safety of co-workers, clients and visitors.
• Actively contribute to developing and maintaining a culture where staff are vigilant to risks to themselves, their co-workers, clients and visitors (including health and safety, business and operational risks).
• Actively participate in the Health Service 1:1 conversation process.

This advertisement is part of a rolling recruitment process; applications will be assessed as received. 

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Proven knowledge and application of cooking requirements and techniques.
• Proven ability to follow standard recipes and catering procedures.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good organisational and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain records and documents relevant to the position.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16(PDF) ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0009/150120/hed-0116.pdf )

About West Moreton Health

 West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community –  Follow this link ( https://www.westmoreton.health.qld.gov.au/futurefocus ) 

Benefits

• 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
• 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development
• Salary sacrificing options ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/employment/conditions/salary/sacrifice )
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply

Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.