Job Description
Location
Melbourne VIC
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Full job description
Overview
Work Type: Part-time
Salary: $24 - $27
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Health and allied health
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 13545
Parkville, Melbourne location
Friendly and supportive environment
Excellent employee benefits including salary packaging
The Role:
This is a permanent part time position, 24hrs/fortnight in the RCH Hospital Kitchen. The kitchen hand works as part of a team in the food service department assisting with many of the activities involved with food distribution and food storage to ensure patients receive high quality meals and feeds in a timely and accurate manner. The position involves kitchen cleaning and sanitising, dishwashing and pot-washing, waste management, salad and sandwich preparation, and assisting with patient meal set-up.
Classification for this position will range from IN13 - IN14, Food and Domestic Assistant Grade 1 to Food and Domestic Assistant Grade 2 ($24.28-$27.08 per hour + superannuation)
What you’ll achieve:
Work as part of a team to achieve high quality patient service
Comply with the principles of food safety and the RCH Food Safety Program
Comply with all hospital and departmental policies and procedures
To be successful in this role you will have:
Demonstrated ability to communicate with other staff and with patients and families.
Level 1 Food Handling certificate (Basic Food Safety)
Food Allergy Training Certificate
Previous experience in health or hospitality setting an advantage
Good availability and flexibility to fill shifts at short notice
High standard of personal presentation and hygiene
To view the Position Description, please click here
About the Nutrition and Food Services Department
The Department of Nutrition and Food Services at The Royal Children's Hospital incorporates the clinical dietetic service, the Main Kitchen that caters for inpatient meals and the Central Formula Room that produces formula,
enteral feeds and fortifies expressed breast milk to meet the nutritional needs of patients.
What we offer:
Staff Wellbeing Hub
Discounted on-site car parking
Other Requirements:
Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain
Valid Working with Children Check
Compliance with RCHs “Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases” procedure
Application process
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, we encourage you to apply promptly!
For more information about this position please contact Andrei Kononov, Executive Chef Ph: 03 9345 5668 Email: [email protected]
Why work at the RCH?
RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. We offer the opportunity to work in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city.
We also offer discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program.
The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse background, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.
It is a requirement of your employment that you be vaccinated against Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with any public health orders in place at the relevant time, unless you have a medical exception in line with those public health orders, which has been accepted by The Royal Children’s Hospital. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement, it is a requirement of the RCH to collect, record and hold vaccination information.
It is also a requirement of your employment that you comply with any direction given by The Royal Children’s Hospital that you be vaccinated against, or prove immunity to, any other disease, unless you have a relevant exemption
Are you ready to join our team?
Apply online by clicking on the “Apply” button
Applications close 8 August 2026
Applications close Friday 8 August 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
28 July 2026
Melbourne VIC
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Full job description
Overview
Work Type: Part-time
Salary: $24 - $27
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Health and allied health
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 13545
Parkville, Melbourne location
Friendly and supportive environment
Excellent employee benefits including salary packaging
The Role:
This is a permanent part time position, 24hrs/fortnight in the RCH Hospital Kitchen. The kitchen hand works as part of a team in the food service department assisting with many of the activities involved with food distribution and food storage to ensure patients receive high quality meals and feeds in a timely and accurate manner. The position involves kitchen cleaning and sanitising, dishwashing and pot-washing, waste management, salad and sandwich preparation, and assisting with patient meal set-up.
Classification for this position will range from IN13 - IN14, Food and Domestic Assistant Grade 1 to Food and Domestic Assistant Grade 2 ($24.28-$27.08 per hour + superannuation)
What you’ll achieve:
Work as part of a team to achieve high quality patient service
Comply with the principles of food safety and the RCH Food Safety Program
Comply with all hospital and departmental policies and procedures
To be successful in this role you will have:
Demonstrated ability to communicate with other staff and with patients and families.
Level 1 Food Handling certificate (Basic Food Safety)
Food Allergy Training Certificate
Previous experience in health or hospitality setting an advantage
Good availability and flexibility to fill shifts at short notice
High standard of personal presentation and hygiene
To view the Position Description, please click here
About the Nutrition and Food Services Department
The Department of Nutrition and Food Services at The Royal Children's Hospital incorporates the clinical dietetic service, the Main Kitchen that caters for inpatient meals and the Central Formula Room that produces formula,
enteral feeds and fortifies expressed breast milk to meet the nutritional needs of patients.
What we offer:
Staff Wellbeing Hub
Discounted on-site car parking
Other Requirements:
Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain
Valid Working with Children Check
Compliance with RCHs “Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases” procedure
Application process
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, we encourage you to apply promptly!
For more information about this position please contact Andrei Kononov, Executive Chef Ph: 03 9345 5668 Email: [email protected]
Why work at the RCH?
RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. We offer the opportunity to work in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city.
We also offer discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program.
The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse background, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.
It is a requirement of your employment that you be vaccinated against Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with any public health orders in place at the relevant time, unless you have a medical exception in line with those public health orders, which has been accepted by The Royal Children’s Hospital. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement, it is a requirement of the RCH to collect, record and hold vaccination information.
It is also a requirement of your employment that you comply with any direction given by The Royal Children’s Hospital that you be vaccinated against, or prove immunity to, any other disease, unless you have a relevant exemption
Are you ready to join our team?
Apply online by clicking on the “Apply” button
Applications close 8 August 2026
Applications close Friday 8 August 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
28 July 2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Hospital Kitchen Hand position is now open for candidates interested in the Cook / Chef Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Cook / Chef Jobs is a plus.
