Chef - Redlands

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Work type: Permanent
Location: Redlands
Categories: Catering/Food Services

Mater Private Hospital Redlands is seeking applications for a Chefto join us in a permanent part-time position 16 hours per week
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Mater Private Hospital Redland has been supporting Brisbane's Bayside community since 2000 and is Redland Shire's only private hospital facility. Located in the suburb of Cleveland, the 60-bed hospital features 2 operating theatres and a wide range of specialised surgical and medical services, from women’s health and urology through to ophthalmology, neurology and orthopaedics.

• Prepare and present hot and cold dishes for patients and buffets to a high standard
• Follow standard recipes, portion sizes, and cooking methods to maintain quality
• Support stock control, labelling, and food safety procedures to minimise waste
• Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic work area, using cleaning products correctly
• Ensure kitchen equipment is in good working order and report faults promptly
• Adhere to Mater’s Food Safety Plan and workplace health and safety guidelines
• Work collaboratively to meet service time frames and performance targets

You’re a qualified cook with a passion for preparing high-quality, nutritious meals in a fast-paced, team-focused environment. You take pride in maintaining food safety standards and consistency across all aspects of meal service.

• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent Trade Chef qualification
• Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (within the last 5 years)
• Experience in a healthcare or similar high-volume kitchen (minimum 3 years)
• Strong understanding of HACCP principles and cook/chill processes
• Ability to read and follow recipes accurately and work to tight time frames
• Effective communication and teamwork skills with a focus on quality and safety

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare , education , fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team

Applications close on Tuesday 24th March 2026. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note:

We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

Advertised: 10 Mar 2026

E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 24 Mar 2026

E. Australia Standard Time