Food Service Assistant - Balmain

HealthShare NSW; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 36 000 - 51 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Annual leave loading

Salary packaging

Parental leave

Résumé du poste

HealthShare NSW is seeking compassionate Food Services Assistants at Balmain Hospital to support patient comfort and wellbeing. In this role you will handle order taking, meal assembly, preparation, distribution of patient meals and meal-related record keeping.

The position is permanent part-time, 20 hours per week, at Balmain Hospital, with remuneration of $31.42 per hour plus shift allowances and 12% superannuation. Applications close on 9 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Australian work rights required
• Permanent part-time role in NSW Health system

Responsabilités

• Take patient meal orders and ensure accurate delivery
• Assemble, prepare and portion meals for patients
• Distribute meals to patient rooms and units
• Record food intake and monitor meal consumption
• Dishwashing and cleaning duties related to food service
• Assist with waste management and safe food handling

Description du poste

Classification: Hospital Assistant Grade 2 Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Remuneration: $31.42 per hour, plus shift allowances and 12% superannuation Hours per week: 20 Location: Balmain Hospital, Balmain Applications Close: 11:59pm Monday 9 November 2026

HealthShare NSW is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and we encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, LGBTIQ+ communities, veterans, carers and people with disability.

About the opportunity

Are you looking a rewarding career that allows you to make a positive difference in the lives of others? HealthShare NSW is seeking compassionate and dedicated Food Services Assistants. In this role you will play a vital role in ensuring the comfort and well-being of patients in our hospital.

Your responsibilities will include:

• order taking
• meal assembly
• meal preparation
• distribution of patient meals
• recording intake
• dishwashing
• other associated cleaning duties
• waste management

About us

HealthShare NSW touches the lives of NSW Health employees and patients every single day by delivering services that keep our public hospitals and health facilities running. Watch Our HealthShare NSW story video to learn more about the work we do and the diverse range of roles we have on offer.

Additional benefits

• Great leave conditions: enjoy one day off each month as an ADO, annual leave loading (a bonus extra payment of 17.5%) and 14 weeks’ paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Salary packaging and novated leasing: you can access up to $2782 extra per year in your pay
• Wellbeing programs: access an array of wellbeing programs designed to support your physical, mental, and emotional health
• Commitment to career development: expansive free online training, talent programs, study leave and internal development opportunities to accelerate your career
• Rewarding role and community contribution: make a difference in people's lives by assisting those in need and actively contributing to your community

Please note some benefits may only apply to certain employment types.

Additional information

HealthShare NSW assesses candidates in line with the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework, which describes the capabilities and behaviours required for roles across the NSW public sector. The specific capabilities for this role are outlined in the Position Description. Learn more: https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/public-sector-capability-framework If successful following the application close date, you will be required to attend interview/complete comparative assessment as well as reference checks Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, or valid work visa). Permanent roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents, while temporary and casual roles welcome applicants with a visa This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and Tuberculosis (TB) screening. Refer to NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 12) for a complete list of required vaccines. During application, please upload OASV Undertaking/Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool with any vaccination evidence you have If you are identified as a preferred candidate and are external to HealthShare NSW, you will be required to complete a physical pre-employment health assessment (at no cost to you) to confirm your ability to safely perform the duties of the role. Employment is subject to successful completion of all pre-employment checks An eligibility list from this recruitment may be created for future casual, permanent, or temporary full-time or part-time positions within the next 6 months

Contact information

Please contact [e-mail] if you have any questions about this role. Any career portal support questions can be directed to our customer service team at 1300 679 367. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to a HealthShare NSW Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact [e-mail] Support is also available through the Stepping Up website. Please let [e-mail] know if you need any adjustments to the recruitment or interview process (e.g. physical accessibility, interview setup, or scheduling). Candidates with a disability can also use this email for confidential advice and support during the recruitment process.