At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare delicious food and drinks while ensuring kitchen hygiene and safety standards.
- Company: Join a compassionate team at St Vincent’s Health Australia, a leader in aged care.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, wellness initiatives, and salary packaging to boost your pay.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional growth and a culture of continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a difference in people's lives while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Food Safety Certificate and experience in a commercial kitchen preferred.
The predicted salary is between 53284 - 55648 $ per year.
Friendly and dynamic team AM shifts available Permanent, Part Time 32 hours per week.
About the Role
We are currently seeking a Food Services Assistant (FSA) to join the team on a permanent part time basis on the AM shift. You will be responsible for making and preparing all short order food and drinks (including modified fluids), cleaning and dishwashing patient meal trays. You will also be responsible for the relevant working area in accordance with the food safety plan and all production schedules and demands.
- Prepare short order food/beverages as required.
- Monitor waste management.
- Ensure kitchen hygiene, Food Safety and cleanliness standards are adhered to, including thorough kitchen cleaning and sanitizing.
- Inform coordinators of required food stock levels.
- Prepare sandwiches & salads on weekends.
Salary and Classification
Classifications for this position will range from IN13 - IN14 ($53,284 - $55,648 per annum pro rata).
Your Contribution
- Food Safety Certificate HLTFSE001
- Previous experience in a commercial kitchen
- Previous experience in an Aged Care environment (desirable)
- A valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, or willing to obtain
What We Offer
- A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
- Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
- A healthy work/life balance encouraged.
- Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off (additional day off per month!)
- Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
- Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
- Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
- Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
- Culture of continuous improvement
About the Team
St George’s Health Service, located in Kew, provides a comprehensive aged care service, including inpatient care, evaluation and management, residential aged care, rehabilitation, acute psychiatry, as well as a broad range of community-based assessment and treatment services. Support Services provides all Environmental & Food Services to the hospital.
Working at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD.
The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
Closing Date: 29 October 2026 11:59pm
Food services assistant employer: St Vincent's Health Australia
St Vincent's Health Australia is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead legal strategy in a purpose-driven organisation dedicated to delivering life-changing healthcare. With a strong commitment to values such as Compassion, Justice, Integrity, and Excellence, employees benefit from a collaborative work culture that fosters professional growth and development. Located in vibrant cities like Sydney and Melbourne, the role provides access to significant national projects while making a meaningful impact on communities across Australia.
Contact Details:
St Vincent's Health Australia Recruitment Team
