Cook - Transitional Care Services

Company Description

A Fusion of Hospitality and Healthcare Excellence - Accor Heartfelt Care

Pullman Adelaide, part of the Accor Group, is proud to partner with Amplar Health Home Hospital to deliver exceptional care through the Transition Care Service (TCS). As a Chef within this unique collaboration, you’ll play a vital role in supporting guest wellbeing by preparing and presenting meals that are not only nourishing but delivered with warmth and professionalism. This is a rare opportunity to bring the heart of hospitality into a healthcare setting—where every dish contributes to the healing journey.

Join a dedicated team within one of Adelaide’s premier hotels, where luxury meets compassion and culinary excellence supports recovery.

Job Description

Cook – Transition Care Service (TCS) | Pullman Adelaide

This role reports directly to the Executive chef and works in close collaboration with the Pullman Adelaide culinary and stewarding teams.

About the Role As a Cook supporting the Transition Care Service (TCS) at Pullman Adelaide, you will play a vital role in preparing and delivering high-quality, nutritious meals to patients recovering in a hotel-based healthcare setting. This unique position blends culinary skill with compassionate care, contributing to the wellbeing and recovery of guests through thoughtful food preparation and service.

You’ll be hands-on in meal preparation, cooking and plating, ensuring every dish meets dietary needs, cultural preferences, and food safety standards—all while reflecting Pullman’s commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for TCS guests, ensuring consistent quality and adherence to dietary requirements.
• Manage kitchen tasks including mise en place, platting, tray setup, stock control, waste management, and compliance with food safety protocols.
• Ensure meals are presented attractively and meet infection control standards.
• Work closely with kitchen and stewarding teams to ensure timely and organized meal delivery.
• Communicate effectively with the Food Services Coordinator regarding guest needs for seamless service.
• Monitor supplies and equipment dedicated to TCS, reporting issues and coordinating maintenance.
• Uphold Pullman Service Standards in every detail, every day.

Qualifications

Skills and Attributes

• Hands-on and compassionate, with a passion for creating care through food.
• Calm, proactive, and detail-oriented with a commitment to quality.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to work across hospitality and care teams.
• Ability to remain composed and effective in a fast-paced, guest-focused setting.
• A collaborative spirit and willingness to learn from experienced chefs.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or currently working towards).
• Understanding of HACCP and food safety standards.
• Previous experience in a kitchen environment as a kitchen attendant or similar position, minimum 6 months (hospitality or healthcare preferred).

Additional Information

What is in it for you:

• ALL Heartist, Employee benefit card, offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide (Accommodation and Food & Beverage)
• Learning programs through our “Learn your Way” Academy platforms, ongoing training and development opportunities (self-pace, virtual webinars, face to face)
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Duty meal
• Laundered uniform

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?

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