Food Services Assistant

4 days ago

Launceston, Tasmania, Australia Department of Health, Tasmania Full time
Overview

Food Services Assistant (503494) – Department of Health, Tasmania. Provide a high standard of food service to hospital patients, staff and patrons of the Launceston General Hospital (LGH). In accordance with Agency policies, procedures, and guidelines, assist with food preparation, production, plating service, ware-washing, and cleaning duties in the provision of catering services to patients, visitors, and staff of the hospital.

Responsibilities
  • Assist in maintaining a high standard of food preparation, production, service, meal distribution, ware-washing, and cleaning of the hospital service areas in accordance with relevant codes of practice.
  • Actively participate in and contribute to the organisation's Quality & Safety and Work Health & Safety processes, including in the development and implementation of safety systems, improvement initiatives, safeguarding practices for vulnerable people, and related training.
  • Clean and sanitize all kitchen equipment, utensils, floors, and walls as directed by relevant supervisors and in accordance with relevant guidelines.
The Team
  • Ability to work as part of a team and as an individual
  • Ability to work in a busy environment safely with a focus on patients' needs
  • Working knowledge of food safety is preferable
  • Point of sale experience is preferred
  • Espresso coffee making experience is preferred
Details of appointment

Fixed term, casual, shift worker (fully rotational) position, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 12 months. Hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. This selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar vacancies for a period of twelve months from the date of publication.

Salary and Benefits

Salary: $57,130 to $62,486 per annum (Pro rata). Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

  • Salary range in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Salary Packaging: Access to salary packaging and related benefits if eligible.

  • Professional development and accelerated pathways
  • Fitness Passport – Access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania
Eligibility and How to Apply

Note: Refer to the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide for selection criteria and duties. Apply Online by clicking the Apply button. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria is not required.

Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role.

Contact for More Information

Name: Michael Mackaway
Position: Deputy Food Services Manager
Phone: (03) 6777 6526
Email: michael.mackaway@ths.tas.gov.au

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees hospitals across the state and provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services through more than 300 sites. Tasmania offers natural beauty and a lifestyle balanced with meaningful health service impact.

Additional Information
  • Equal opportunity employer; encourages applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, LGBTIQA+ people, and people with disabilities

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