Food Services Assistant - Plating Room - Kingston Centre

Monash Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Novated leasing for vehicle

5 weeks annual leave

Flu vaccinations

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Monash Health in Melbourne's Kingston Centre is seeking a part-time Food Services Assistant for the Plating Room. You will join the Support Services team to help prepare and deliver meals, support patient nutrition, and ensure food safety standards are met.

The role runs Wednesdays 8:00 am–4:30 pm with potential for extra shifts, and provides benefits such as salary packaging, novated leasing, annual leave, flu vaccinations, and uniform allowance.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospital, aged care or hospitality food service.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene practices.
• Ability to follow dietary requirements and texture modified foods.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect meal trays and trolleys between service areas.
• Regenerate and prepare meals per production and clinical needs.
• Clean and sanitise food trays, preparation areas and equipment.
• Operate dishwashers and other service equipment safely.
• Restock pantries and maintain food stock levels as required.
• Complete food safety and cleaning documentation accurately.

Skills

Food service

Nutrition basics

Food safety

Job description

Food Services Assistant - Plating Room - Kingston Centre

Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.

We provide safe andequitablecare, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leadingexpertiseand over 175 years of experience.

As a leading academic health service,we'recommitted to providing tomorrow's care today by integrating research,teachingand training into everyday practice.

Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.

Are you currently part of the team at Monash Health? Use your network login to access the Monash Health Careers portal and discover all the job opportunities open to you, to support growing your career within the organisation.

To see first-hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos monashhealth.org/careers.

Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.

We provide safe andequitablecare, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leadingexpertiseand over 175 years of experience.

As a leading academic health service,we'recommitted to providing tomorrow's care today by integrating research,teachingand training into everyday practice.

Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.

Are you currently part of the team at Monash Health? Use your network login to access the Monash Health Careers portal and discover all the job opportunities open to you, to support growing your career within the organisation.

To see first-hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos monashhealth.org/careers.

Help shape the future of healthcare at Monash Health and embark on a rewarding career where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives.

About the Role

Join our team as a Food Services Assistant on a part time, ongoing to work at Kingston Plating Room. In this role, you will be guided under the leadership of the Food Services Manager and working with the broader Support Services team.

FSAs play a vital role in providing high-quality meal services to patients and supporting overall patient nutrition and food safety. FSAs are responsible for the preparation and delivery of meals, cleaning of food service areas, all whilst ensuring patient’s dietary needs are met accurately and efficiently. FSAs contribute to patient care by ensuring meals are delivered on time, safely, accurately and with respect.

Key responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Delivering and collecting meal trays and Burlodge trolleys to and from service areas
• Regenerating and preparing meals in line with production and clinical needs, including special functions
• Cleaning and sanitising food trays, food preparation areas, and kitchen equipment
• Operating dishwashers and other food service equipment safely and efficiently
• Restocking pantries and trolleys; whilst maintaining food stock levels as required
• Completing all food safety and cleaning documentation accurately and in a timely manner

We currently have the following opportunity working in KingstonPlating Roomworking every Wednesday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (8 hours per week / 16 hours per fortnight. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to pick up additional shifts as they become available, depending on operational needs.

About You

To ensure your success in this role, you will bring experience in food services within a hospital, aged care, or hospitality setting with strong demonstrated knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene standards. You have a passion for patient care and nutrition, ensuring patients are treated with respect and empathy. You are a reliable and punctual team member with great verbal and written communication skills; and intermediate computer skills. Whether you work independently or as part of a team; you always follow manual handling, safety protocols, and procedural instructions. It would be an advantage if you also have comprehensive understanding of diet codes, texture modified foods and fluids, food allergies and intolerances.

You are also required to hold a HLTFSE001: Follow basic food safety practices or SITXFSA001: Use hygienic practices for food safety.

Why you will love working with us

As an FSA, you will play a vital role in supporting patient care while working within a supportive and inclusive team culture. Monash Health offers ongoing opportunities for professional development and leadership training. FSAs benefit from job stability within Victoria’s largest public health service, along with clear career pathways across support services.

As a Monash Health employee you will enjoy a variety of benefits, such as:

• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
• Novated leasing for vehicle options
• Full-time employees accrue 5 week’s annual leave (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Free annual flu vaccinations
• Uniform and laundry allowance

About the Department / Program

The Support Services team is a collaborative and dedicated group that plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Our culture is built on respect, compassion, and excellence, and we are committed to continuous improvement and professional development.

About Kingston Centre:

Kingston Centre is a specialist healthcare facility in Melbourne’s south-east, operated by Monash Health, that focuses on rehabilitation, aged care and ongoing recovery. It provides a wide range of services including sub-acute care, aged mental health, residential aged care and allied health, helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life. The centre also offers specialised clinics and programs—such as dementia, falls and movement disorder services—supporting both older adults and people recovering from illness or injury.

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out toChris Markovic on 0419343***.

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Our Culture and Values

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive,supportiveand future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Ourteamsplay a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity,transparencyand excellence.

You’llbe encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.

We’reFullHearted, OpenMindedandAllIn,enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness,equityand diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.