At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in meal preparation and distribution, ensuring patients receive quality food services.
- Company: Join HealthShare NSW, a vital part of the healthcare community.
- Benefits: Earn $31.42/hour plus super, enjoy great leave conditions and wellbeing programs.
- Other info: Flexible casual role with opportunities for career development and community contribution.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on people's lives while building your career.
- Qualifications: No specific qualifications required, just a caring attitude and willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 31.42 - 31.42 $ per hour.
Classification: Hospital Assistant Grade 2
Employment Type: Casual
Remuneration: $31.42 per hour plus 12% superannuation
Location: Nowra
Applications close: 11:59pm Tuesday 3 November 2026
HealthShare NSW is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and we encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, LGBTIQ+ communities, veterans, carers and people with disability.
About the opportunity
Are you looking for a rewarding career that allows you to make a positive difference in the lives of others? HealthShare NSW is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Food Services Assistant.
- Order taking
- Meal preparation and distribution of patient meals
- Recording intake
- Dishwashing and other associated cleaning duties
- Waste management
Thinking about relocating for this role? You can access The Welcome Experience – a free service for essential workers and their families moving to regional NSW. Local Connectors offer tailored support with housing, schools, partner job opportunities, and settling into the community.
About us
HealthShare NSW touches the lives of NSW Health employees and patients every single day by delivering services that keep our public hospitals and health facilities running.
Additional benefits
- Great leave conditions: enjoy one day off each month as an ADO, annual leave loading (a bonus extra payment of 17.5%) and 14 weeks’ paid parental leave for eligible employees
- Salary packaging and novated leasing: you can access up to $2782 extra per year in your pay
- Wellbeing programs: access an array of wellbeing programs designed to support your physical, mental and emotional health
- Commitment to career development: expansive free online training, talent programs, study leave and internal development opportunities to accelerate your career
- Rewarding role and community contribution: make a difference in people's lives by assisting those in need and actively contributing to your community.
Please note some benefits may only apply to certain employment types.
Additional information
HealthShare NSW assesses candidates in line with the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework, which describes the capabilities and behaviours required for roles across the NSW public sector. The specific capabilities for this role are outlined in the Position Description.
If successful following the application close date, you will be required to complete a comparative assessment (e.g. interview) as well as reference checks.
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, or valid work visa). Permanent roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents, while temporary and casual roles welcome applicants with a visa.
This is a NSW Health Category A position requiring immunisation and Tuberculosis (TB) screening. Refer to NSW Health OASV Policy for a complete list of required vaccines. During application, please upload OASV Undertaking/Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool with any vaccination evidence you have.
If you are identified as a preferred candidate and are external to HealthShare NSW, you will be required to complete a physical pre-employment health assessment (at no cost to you) to confirm your ability to safely perform the duties of the role. Employment is subject to successful completion of all pre-employment checks.
An eligibility list from this recruitment may be created for future casual, permanent, or temporary full-time or part-time positions within the next 6 months.
Contact information
Please contact Donna Carter via email if you have any questions about this role. Any career portal support questions can be directed to our customer service team.
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to a HealthShare NSW Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact the provided email. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
Please let the provided email know if you need any adjustments to the recruitment or interview process (e.g. physical accessibility, interview setup, or scheduling). Candidates with a disability can also use this email for confidential advice and support during the recruitment process.
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