At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Food Services team to deliver safe and hygienic food in a hospital setting.
- Company: Alfred Health, a leader in healthcare delivery and support services.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time shifts, salary packaging, fitness memberships, and childcare services.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for training and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in patient care while gaining valuable experience in the health sector.
- Qualifications: Experience in food services within health or aged care is preferred.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.
Permanent, Part-Time Positions (AM and PM shifts available)
Food and Domestic Assistant Grade 1-2 (IN13 - IN14)
Located at The Alfred
The Department
Alfred Health Support Services provides non-clinical support services across Alfred Health, including:
- cleaning services
- car parking and fleet management
- waste management
- gardens and grounds
- distribution
- security and access control
- ward support
- linen services
- ancillary services
- food services and hospitality
The Role
The Food Services Assistant will operate as part of the Food Services team and will assist in providing and maintaining a safe food delivery service and a clean and hygienic environment within the kitchen. This will be performed in a manner that meets or exceeds industry best practice and maintains cleaning standards in accordance with the Department of Human Services Cleaning Standards for Public Hospitals, food safety in line with the on-site Hospital Food Safety Plan, the Food Act 1984 and FSANZ standards. In doing so, work closely with other Food Services team members to ensure we maintain a committed, safe and socially responsible multi-skilled team.
Qualifications and Experience Required
- A background of experience in Food Services within Health and Aged Care facilities
- Ability and adaptability to participate in change
- Willingness to participate in training and education appropriate to improve skills required for the performance of the position
Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax (subject to availability)
Access for you and your family to an extensive network of health and fitness facilities through Fitness Passport membership
Enjoy excellent onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred via ProSport (pre-tax memberships)
Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services
For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Novel Ravendran, Food Services Manager.
Applications close 11pm AEDT, Wednesday 21 October 2026.
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