Food Services Assistant

Overview

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Part Time

Position Classification: Hospital Assist Grade 3

Remuneration: $58,460.86 per annum, $29.48 per hour plus shift allowances and 12% superannuation

Hours Per Week: 1 x 38 + 2 x 20

Location: Tweed Valley Hospital, Cudgen

The Opportunity

HealthShare NSW is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Food Services Assistant to join our team. This role offers a rewarding career that makes a positive difference in the lives of others.

Responsibilities

• order taking
• meal assembly
• meal preparation and distribution of patient meals
• recording intake
• dishwashing and other associated cleaning duties
• waste management

Why Work for HealthShare NSW?

HealthShare NSW supports NSW Health employees and patients by delivering services that keep our public hospitals and health facilities running.

Watch our HealthShare NSW story video to learn more about the work we do and the diverse range of roles we have on offer.

• Great leave conditions: enjoy one day off each month as an ADO, annual leave loading (a 17.5% bonus) and 14 weeks' paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Salary packaging and novated leasing: access up to $2,782 extra per year in your pay
• Wellbeing programs: access a large array of wellbeing programs
• Commitment to career development: expansive free online training, talent programs, study leave and internal development opportunities
• Rewarding role and community contribution: make a difference in people's lives and contribute to your community

Please note some benefits may only apply to certain employment types.

Further information on our wide range of benefits is available here.

Eligibility Requirements

• Meet essential requirements as outlined in the Position Description.
• 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 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

How To Apply

• Click Apply Now at the top of the page
• Attach your resume and answer the Screening Questions
• To find out more about applying for jobs with HealthShare please view our resource: Your Guide to Employment with HealthShare NSW
• Any role related questions can be directed to the hiring manager Roxanne Barnes at roxanne.barnes@health.nsw.gov.au
• Any career portal support questions can be directed to our customer service team at 1300 679 367

Diversity and Inclusion

We are diverse and inclusive. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans, carers, and people with disability. If we can offer support or adjustments to enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team at HSNSW-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au.

Further information on how we support Diversity & Inclusion at HealthShare NSW can be found here.

Talent Pool

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.

Applications Close: Tuesday, 23 Sept, 2025 at 11:59pm

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