Casual Catering Assistants

**Job no**: 911973
**Work type**: Casual
**Location**: Adelaide Metro Western
**Categories**: Catering and Hospitality
- **Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Woodville**:

- **Salary WHA-2 $28.53 - $28.82 per hour plus 25% casual leave loading**:

- **Casual**

**About the Role**

We are seeking enthusiastic and reliable Casual Catering Assistants (Level 2) to join our dynamic food services team. In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of a high-quality food and beverage service across a range of responsibilities, supporting the daily operations of our busy catering environment. From preparing fresh salads, sandwiches and hot breakfast items to assisting with meal service and maintaining food standards, your contribution will help ensure an excellent experience for all patients, staff and visitors.

You’ll also be involved in tasks such as ingredient and stock control, opening and securing service areas, and supporting kitchen operations as needed. This casual role is perfect for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced team, have a passion for food service, and are committed to maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety and customer care. If you’re flexible, proactive and ready to make a real difference in a healthcare setting, we’d love to hear from you.

**About You**

You are a motivated and reliable individual who takes pride in delivering high-quality service in a team-focused environment. With strong communication and literacy skills, you’re ready to contribute positively to a fast-paced catering team.
- **Clear Communicator** - Able to interpret menus and instructions and communicate effectively with a range of staff.
- **Team-Oriented** - Enjoys working collaboratively and embraces change with a positive attitude.
- **Detail-Focused** - Follows directions accurately and completes tasks within set timeframes.
- **Customer-Focused** - Committed to providing quality service and ensuring high standards are met.

**About CALHN**

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories, our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

**Benefit of Joining CALHN**

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

- **Salary Attractions**: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
- **Flexible Work Arrangements**: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
- **Health and Fitness Benefits**: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
- **Career Opportunities**: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
- **Employee Assistance Program**: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

**Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**

**Application Information**:

- Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
- SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

**Job ref: 911973**

**Enquiries to**:

- Chantal Crawford
- Position: Employee Services Coordinator Food Services
Phone: 8222 8985

**Application Closing Date**

11:55 pm Tuesday 30 June 2026

**Refer to the SA Health Career Website -**How to apply** for further information**

Australian applicant guidelines

**Advertised**: 05 Aug 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time
**Applications close**: 30 Jun 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time