Food Services Assistant (Food) - North Parramatta

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthShare NSW is seeking a compassionate Food Services Assistant to support patient meals, take orders, prepare and distribute meals, record intake, wash dishes, and manage waste in our hospital setting.

This NSW Health Category A role requires Australian work rights, immunisations and TB screening. Based in North Parramatta with a 38-hour work week, permanent opportunities may arise and a recruitment list may be created for future postings.

Qualifications

• Australian work rights required
• Immunisation and TB screening required

Responsibilities

• Take orders from patients and pass these to kitchen staff
• Prepare and distribute patient meals
• Record patient intake accurately
• Dishwashing and related cleaning duties
• Waste management and related hygiene tasks

Job description

Food Services Assistant (Food) - North Parramatta

Classification: Hospital Assistant Grade 2
Employment Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remuneration: $62,315.82 per annum plus 12% superannuation
Hours per week: 38
Location: North Parramatta
Applications close: 11:59pm, Wednesday, 04 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 a 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 preparation and distribution of patient meals
• recording intake
• dishwashing and other associated cleaning duties
• waste management

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
• 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 requiring 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.
• 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 Tapan Mehta via ***********@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role. Any career portal support questions can be directed to our customer service team at 1300 679 ***.

For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to a HealthShare NSW Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact ***************@health.nsw.gov.au.

Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

Please let ***************@health.nsw.gov.au 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.