Kitchen Hand - Westmead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Great leave conditions

Salary packaging

Wellbeing programs

Career development

Community contribution

Job summary

HealthShare NSW is seeking a compassionate Kitchenhand at Westmead Hospital to support cleaning and ware washing, upholding food safety and quality standards.

The role is an Exempt Full Time position with a contracted end date and 38 hours per week, offering $62,315.82 per annum plus 12% superannuation. There may be opportunities for conversion to permanent employment at the same grade.

Qualifications

• Australian work rights required.
• Exempt role with a contracted end date.

Responsibilities

• Clean assembly stations and kitchen areas as scheduled.
• Provide ware washing services and maintain food safety and hygiene standards.
• Adhere to service, quality guidelines, policies and legislation.

Job description

Classification: Hospital Assistant Grade 2
Employment Type: Exempt Full Time for a period up to July 2027
Remuneration: $62,315.82 per annum and 12% superannuation
Hours per week: 38
Location: Westmead Hospital
Applications Close: 11:59pm Thursday 29 October 2026

Please note, this is an exempt role (has a contracted end date) and there may be opportunities for conversion to permanent employment at the same grade.

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 Kitchenhand.

The primary purpose of this role is to provide cleaning and ware washing services while ensuring adherence to relevant standards around food safety and quality

Your responsibilities will include cleaning of assembly stations and kitchen areas and other scheduled detailed cleaning as required; and ensuring food safety, hygiene, infection prevention and control adhere to relevant service and quality guidelines, standards, policies, procedures and legislation

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

We reward our employees with a terrific range of benefits, including:

• 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 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 uploadOASV Undertaking/Declaration Form andTB Assessment Toolwith 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 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.
• **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.

Contact information

Please contact ***********@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.