Food Services Assistant

Job no: 503581

Work type: Casual, Permanent

Location: Townsville

Categories: Catering/Food Services

About the role

Join our dynamic Food Services team at Mater Private Hospital Townsville We are currently accepting applications from individuals who have the flexibility to work various shifts, spanning from 6:45AM to 8:30PM, seven days a week. Successful candidates will be offered Casual employment with the exciting opportunity to work at both our Pimlico and Hyde Park Campuses.

Salary range: $ $33.68 per hour plus 12% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits

What you'll be doing

As a Food Service Assistant you will be involved in a variety of activities throughout the day, including but not limited to:

• Assisting in the kitchens with food preparation
• Delivery and clearance of meal trays
• Pot and dish washing and kitchen cleaning
• Verify meal eligibility by comparing client information to food requirements
• Learn and use appropriate food and drink terminology and pronunciation
• Ability to apply critical thinking, problem solving and effectively deal with complexity

About you

To be considered suitable for our Food Services Assistant position you will have:

• Food Handlers Certificate – or willing to obtain one
• Experience working in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends
• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen or food services
• An understanding of Infection Control Guidelines and willingness to learn
• Demonstrated commitment to the provision of quality customer service
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and work as part of a team

Why join us?

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 Friday 15th August Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW

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

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.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.

Advertised: 01 Aug 2025 E. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 15 Aug 2025 E. Australia Standard Time