AM Catering Assistant - Fulltime

Health; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 57,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Growth opportunities

Flexible work options

Wellbeing programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) is seeking a Catering Assistant Level 2 at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville SA 5011, to deliver high-quality food service in a busy, customer-focused environment. Two full-time positions available with salary packaging and related benefits.

You will prepare fresh meals, support service delivery and work closely with supervisors, chefs and catering colleagues while training new team members and adapting to changing priorities.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume food service
• Ability to read and interpret menus and follow procedures
• Commitment to safety and quality food handling

Responsibilities

• Prepare salads, sandwiches and hot breakfast items
• Deliver efficient, high-volume meal service
• Manage ingredients and stock control
• Support food and beverage service across multiple areas
• Assist with training and welcoming new team members
• Work closely with supervisors, chefs and catering colleagues
• Adapt to changing service needs and priorities

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Food handling

Stock control

Menu interpretation

Communication

Job description

Job no: 948126
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Metro Western
Categories: Catering and Hospitality

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) - Catering Assistant AM - Fulltime

• The Queen Elizabeth Hospital - Food Services, Woodville SA 5011
• WHA2 - Health Ancillary Employee L2 - $1,255.96 to $1,268.82 weekly pay + super + salary packaging
• Two Full Time positions available

About the Role

Join us as a Catering Assistant Level 2 and help deliver a high-quality food and beverage service in a busy, customer-focused environment. You’ll prepare fresh meals, support smooth service and help the team meet changing demands and timeframes.

• Prepare salads, sandwiches and hot breakfast items
• Deliver efficient, high-volume meal service
• Manage ingredients and stock control
• Support food and beverage service across multiple areas
• Assist with training and welcoming new team members
• Work closely with supervisors, chefs and catering colleagues
• Adapt to changing service needs and priorities

About You

You’ll bring a positive, team-focused approach and a commitment to delivering quality food service in a busy environment.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Read and interpret menus, instructions, policies and procedures
• Communicate clearly and follow written and verbal direction
• Work collaboratively and meet required service timeframes
• Bring a strong commitment to quality and customer service
• Apply safe work and basic food handling practices

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

• Make your money go further – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals and entertainment + pre-tax super and novated lease options
• Grow your career – build your skills and explore opportunities across CALHN
• Work together – strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise
• Balance work and life – access flexible work options where available
• Support your wellbeing – enjoy leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
• Feel supported – confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Curious about this role?

Connect with Maria Russell, Employee Services Coordinator

P: 08 8222 8985

E: [e-mail]

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required 948126 - RD - TQEH WHA2 Catering Assistant.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Applications close

11:55 pm, Sunday the 20 th of September 2026

Job Ref

948126