Cook Supervisor

Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking applications for Supervisor - Cook to join us in a permanent, full-time role. Based at our Springfield campus, these roles will be part of a landmark moment in Queensland healthcare at Mater Hospital Springfield — opening early 2026. As Mater’s first new public hospital in over 60 years, this state of the art facility will meet the needs of the growing Greater Springfield region. With 174 public beds, ICU, maternity, emergency and surgical services, it’s set to care for over 200,000 patients annually.

Salary range: $38.01 - $41.57 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

As the Supervisor – Cook at Mater Springfield, you’ll lead and support kitchen operations to deliver high-quality meals safely and efficiently. You’ll oversee food preparation and service, maintain standards, and ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene requirements.

In this role, you will:

• Supervise and assist chefs in preparing and presenting hot and cold dishes for patients and buffet service
• Ensure all food is prepared to standard recipes, portion sizes, and quality requirements
• Oversee stock control, storage, and labelling procedures to minimise waste and maintain food safety
• Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic work area and ensure equipment is in good working order
• Promote a positive safety culture, reporting incidents or hazards promptly
• Support training, teamwork, and performance across the kitchen team

About you

You’re a qualified and experienced cook or chef who leads by example and thrives in a fast-paced, team environment. You’re passionate about delivering nutritious, high-quality meals and maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene.

You will have:

• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent trade qualifications)
• Experience supervising kitchen staff, ideally in a hospital or healthcare environment
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and special dietary needs
• Excellent communication, team leadership, and time management skills
• The ability to adapt quickly to changing requirements while maintaining quality and efficiency

Why join us?

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.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

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.

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