Leading Hand - Food Services Assistant - Maitland

NSW Health; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great leave conditions

Salary packaging and novated leasing

Wellbeing programs

Career development opportunities

Community contribution

Job summary

HealthShare NSW, Maitland, is seeking a Part Time - Permanent Leading Hand for the Food Services team. The role supports patient care by taking orders, preparing and distributing meals, recording intake, and managing waste in a hospital setting.

The position is 20 hours per week at Metford, with a remuneration of $31.89 per hour plus 12% superannuation and leading hand allowance. Applicants must have Australian work rights and comply with NSW Health immunisation requirements.

Qualifications

• Responsibilities include order taking, meal preparation and distribution of patient meals, recording intake, dishwashing and other cleaning duties, waste management.

Responsibilities

• order taking
• meal preparation and distribution of patient meals
• recording intake
• dishwashing and other associated cleaning duties
• waste management

Job description

Leading Hand - Food Services Assistant - Maitland

Classification: Hospital Assistant Grade 3
Employment Type: Part Time - Permanent
Remuneration: $31.89 per hour plus 12% superannuationand leading hand allowance
Hours per week: 20
Location: Metford
Applications close: 11:59pm Monday 16 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 Assistant - Leading Hand.

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

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 designated 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 complete a comparative assessment (e.g. 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 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.
• If you are identified as a preferred candidate and are external to HealthShare NSW, you will be required to complete a physical 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.

Contact information

Please contact Stacey Hayes 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 & support during the recruitment process.