At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in meal preparation and distribution, ensuring patient comfort and well-being.
- Company: HealthShare NSW, dedicated to supporting public health services.
- Benefits: Great leave conditions, salary packaging, wellbeing programs, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to community service and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on patients' lives while growing your career in healthcare.
- Qualifications: Compassionate attitude and willingness to learn; no prior experience required.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Health Share 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 a rewarding career that allows you to make a positive difference in the lives of others?
Health Share NSW is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Food Services Assistant.
In this role you will play a vital role in ensuring the comfort and well-being of patients in our hospital. Your responsibilities will include:
- order taking
- meal preparation and distribution of patient meals
- recording intake
- dishwashing and other associated cleaning duties
- waste management
About us
Health Share 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.
Watch Our Health Share NSW story video to learn more about the work we do and the diverse range of roles we have on offer.
Additional benefits
We reward our employees with a terrific range of benefits, including
- 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
- Health Share 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.
- Learn more: https://www. nsw. gov. au/nsw-government/public-sector-capability-framework
- If successful following the application close date, you will be required to attend 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 which requires immunisation and Tuberculosis (TB) screening.
Refer to NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 12)for a complete list of required vaccines.
During application, please upload OASV Undertaking/Declaration Form and TB Assessment Toolwith any vaccination evidence you have.
- you will be required to complete a 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.
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