Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

In this role, based in our Mental Health and Rehabilitation locations, you will be responsible for the delivery of high quality and efficient catering services. Our team works with patients and their families to achieve the best possible outcomes every day and this if your opportunity to be part of making a difference. 

To be successful in this role…
Our Camberwell, Hawthorn and Brighton sites are seeking enthusiastic and experienced Food Service Associates to join our Rehabilitation team in delivering high quality and efficient catering services. Our team works with patients and their families to achieve the best possible outcomes everyday and this is your opportunity to be part of making a difference. You will be part of the Food Services Department. 

You will have:

• The flexibility to work across any shift, as required, on weekdays, weekends and public holidays. 
• A working knowledge of food safety with an accredited Food Handling certificate
• Experience in hospitality
• Excellent communication skills. 
• Well-developed computer skills. 
• An organised approach to work, able to work consistently and effectively in a busy environment. 
• The ability to deliver on, and respond compassionately to our patients' needs.
• Food Safety and RSA certification, or a willingness to undertake this training prior to commencing, will be viewed favourably. 

Position Description   Inherent Requirements

We will review applications as we receive them.

About Rehabilitation & Mental Health
Epworth’s Rehabilitation and Mental Health services are some of the most progressive of their kind in Australia. Our clinical approach involves individualised treatment and collaborative team decision-making to achieve outstanding outcomes for patients. We have forged a strong team ethos across our four campuses in Richmond, Hawthorn, Camberwell and Brighton.

At Epworth, it’s a community. It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation that puts the patient in the centre of all that is done. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status (and not available in the public sector) provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates

At Epworth, we care.

We care about our patients and we care about our people.  We care about keeping everyone safe.  We care about valuing and empowering our people, and growing careers.  And we care about giving our people support and flexibility to thrive, and contribute to our communities.

Enquire / Apply for this Position 

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For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact Epworth Talent on (03) 9426 0606.

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had COVID-19 vaccinations, including where recommended by public health authorities and booster vaccinations.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.