Food Service Assistant

Apply now Job no: 504174
Work type: Casual, Permanent
Location: South Brisbane
Categories: Catering/Food Services

About the role

Mater is seeking a friendly and reliable Food Service Assistant to join our South Brisbane team on a part-time (permanent) or casual basis.

As a Food Service Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring our patients enjoy a safe, efficient, and high-quality meal service experience, contributing to the compassionate care Mater is known for.

What you’ll be doing

As a Food Service Assistant, you will work across all areas of the kitchen to ensure the smooth delivery of high-quality foodservice.

Your duties will include:

- Preparing and assembling food items according to patient orders and dietary requirements

- Transporting and delivering patient meal trolleys promptly and courteously, ensuring meals are served accurately, safely, and on time.

- Performing dishwashing, pot washing and general cleaning duties.

- Maintaining kitchen hygiene and adhering to food and infection control guidelines.

- Supporting the team in maintaining equipment and upholding health and safety standards at all times.

About you

We are looking for a team-oriented, dependable individual with a passion for supporting patients through excellent service, who has:

- Completion of Food Safety & Hygiene Training.

- Ability to follow procedures, recipes, and dietary requirements accurately.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a friendly, professional approach.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

- Commitment to maintaining patient safety, confidentiality, and quality service standards.

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare , education , fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

- Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits

- Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education

- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams

- Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance

- Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few)

- Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program

- Convenient, discounted on-site parking

- Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots

- Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Applications close on the 16th of November. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

Advertised: 07 Nov 2025 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 16 Nov 2025 E. Australia Standard Time

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