Healthcare Food Service Assistant - Part Time

Barwon Health; Australia; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

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Job summary

Barwon Health is seeking a Food Services Assistant to provide high-quality hospitality and food services to patients, residents and visitors in a timely, courteous and hygienic manner. You will work within dietary requirements and individual preferences, supporting safe and efficient meal service while complying with Barwon Health Food Safety Plan and national standards.

The role involves serving meals, beverages and snacks in a fast-paced hospital environment, and operating café/retail

Qualifications

• Recent Food Handling competency training, with the ability to follow established food safety, hygiene, and workplace procedures

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals, beverages, and snacks in a fast-paced environment, including basic food preparation and reheating menu items
• Deliver and distribute meals to patients, staff, and service areas while ensuring orders are accurate and dietary requirements are met
• Operate café and retail equipment including coffee machines, Point of Sale (POS), EFTPOS, dishwashing, and hot holding units
• Maintain high standards of food safety, infection control, cleanliness, and waste management across food preparation and dining areas
• Support daily foodservice operations through stock replenishment, function setup, team collaboration, and assisting with training new staff members

Skills

Food handling competency

Healthcare/aged care experience

Strong communication

Independence and teamwork

Job description

Barwon Health is seeking a Food Services Assistant to provide high-quality hospitality and food services to patients, residents and visitors in a timely, courteous and hygienic manner. You will work within dietary requirements and individual preferences, supporting safe and efficient meal service while complying with Barwon Health Food Safety Plan and national standards.

The role involves serving meals, beverages and snacks in a fast-paced hospital environment, and operating café/retail