Kitchen Hand / Food Services Assistant

Peninsula Health; Frankston; Hybrid; AUD 46,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost onsite parking

Novated leasing

Discounts at retailers and dining

Fitness Passport gym access

Employee Assistance Program

Education and training opportunities

Job summary

Peninsula Health in Frankston, Victoria is seeking casual Food and Domestic Assistants (Grade 2 IN14) to support inpatient food services. The role covers food preparation, plating, distribution, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. Weekend availability is required.

The successful candidate will ensure compliance with Food Safety Guidelines and Cleaning Standards, delivering safe, high-quality meals and caring service to patients and visitors.

Qualifications

• Food Safety Handler Certificate HLTFSE001 (post 2015).
• Must be reliable and courteous.
• Must be available on weekends.
• Experience in a large-scale industrial kitchen is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the provision of food services for inpatients as part of the Support Services team.
• Assist with food preparation, meal plating and distribution.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment and food service areas.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety Guidelines and Victorian Cleaning Standards.

Skills

Food Safety Handler Certificate HLTFSE

Reliable and courteous

Weekend availability

Job description

Employment Status: Casual

Job Location: Frankston

Job Description:

• Casual Opportunities Available!
• Located in Frankston, Victoria
• Classification: Food and Domestic Assistant Grade 2 (IN14)* plus super

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

The Team & Role

The Food Services Assistant is responsible for supporting the provision of food services for inpatients as part of the Support Services team. The role assists with food preparation, meal plating and distribution, and the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment and food service areas to ensure a safe and efficient service. Working closely with patients, visitors, and colleagues, the Food Services Assistant maintains high standards of customer service while ensuring compliance with Food Safety Guidelines, Victorian Cleaning Standards, and organisational procedures. The role contributes to a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients, visitors, and staff through the effective delivery of daily food service operations.

Skills & Experience Required

• Food Safety Handler Certificate HLTFSE001 (post 2015)
• Able to function in a reliable and courteous manner
• Must be available on weekends
• Experience working in a large-scale industrial kitchen (desirable)

Benefits

• Step into state-of-the-art facilities
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps

For role specific information, please contact Pascal Berthelemy, [e-mail].

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail] or 03 9784 2700 (option 1).

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/

*Please refer to Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2025 – 2027 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.