Sous Chef

Company Description

Ramsay provides high quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom. The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care.

St George Private Hospital is now hiring!

St George Private Hospital is a 276-bed facility, with a strong surgical expertise in cardiac, orthopaedics, cancer care, spinal surgery, endoscopy, aged care, general surgery and obstetrics.

Job Description

St George Private Hospital is seeking a Sous Chef on a permanent full-time basisto provide operational leadership within its high-volume catering department, ensuring the consistent delivery of nutritious, high-quality meals for patients, staff, and visitors. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to manage kitchen workflows, maintain rigorous food safety standards, and oversee a diverse workforce of kitchen staff in a fast-paced healthcare environment. This role is pivotal in balancing clinical dietary requirements with exceptional culinary execution to enhance the overall patient experience.

In this role, you will:

• Prepare nutritious and appetising meals for patients, staff, doctors, the café, and hospital functions.
• Uphold food quality, hygiene, and safety standards in line with regulatory requirements.
• Support daily kitchen operations including ordering, stock rotation, and food safety compliance.
• Work collaboratively in a busy team environment, reporting to the Catering Manager.

About You

The ideal candidate should demonstrate a blend of culinary expertise and the ability to navigate a high-compliance healthcare environment:

You will bring;

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role.
• A Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery and have significant experience in a high-volume commercial kitchen or a large-scale institutional setting.
• Possess proven experience in supervising kitchen teams, managing rosters, and fostering a collaborative culture to ensure consistent service standards.
• A strong understanding of specialised clinical diets, including texture-modified meals, allergen management, and nutritional requirements for patient recovery.
• You are an expert in HACCP principles and food safety legislation, with a commitment to maintaining impeccable hygiene standards and detailed documentation.
• You thrive in fast-paced environments, demonstrating the ability to manage competing priorities, optimize food costs, and adapt to the unique logistical demands of a 24/7 hospital facility.
• Adaptable to a flexible roster, including working weekends.

What’s in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy

• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more

• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts

• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7

• Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay:

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff

• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally

• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.

Additional Information

• Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.

• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

Apply:

Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today and join us at St George Private Hospital. All applications must be lodged online.

Applications close: 8th September 2026

Reference number: JR115162

Please Note:

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.