Patient Food Services Assistant

St Vincent's Hospital Network; Inner West; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Pre-tax salary packaging

Dining out & entertainment allowance

Job summary

St Vincent’s Private Hospital Sydney is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the distribution and service of patient meals. The role is part-time on a seven-day roster, with shifts from 7:30 am to 1:15 pm, across four to five days per week, with days negotiable.

You will maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the satellite kitchen, assist with stock, labels and rotation, follow HACCP procedures, and work closely with the Food Services team to deliver reliable, patient-centred service in a busy

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food services, hospitality or healthcare is desirable.
• Food Safety or HACCP training (desirable).
• Excellent attention to detail and food handling practices.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• A positive, reliable work ethic.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical capability to undertake manual handling and standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the distribution and service of patient meals and beverages.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene and organisation within the satellite kitchen.
• Assist with stock replenishment, storage, labelling and rotation.
• Follow established food safety, infection prevention and HACCP procedures.
• Ensure equipment and work areas are maintained in a clean and safe condition.
• Work collaboratively with the Food Services team to provide efficient, and reliable patient-focused service.

Skills

Food handling

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Positive work ethic

Manual handling

Job description

Job Description:Role title: Kitchen AssistantRole type: Permanent part timeShift details: 7 day roster - 7:30 am – 1:15 pm , four to five days per week, with working days negotiable across a seven-day rosterDepartment and location: Caritas Satellite Kitchen St Vincents PrivateSalary: $30.74 plus superWelcome to St Vincent’s Private Hospital Sydney, Sydney’s premier inner-city private hospitalJoin a team built on a proud legacy of world-class care, true compassion, and deep community roots.Founded in 1857 by the Sisters of Charity and powered today by St Vincent’s Health Australia, the Sisters' legacy of compassionate service is our living heartbeat. As a world-class tertiary facility, we are at the forefront of medical innovation, featuring high-acuity interventional suites, next-gen surgical robotics for complex specialties, and cutting-edge oncology backed by the renowned Kinghorn Cancer Centre. Here, you will work alongside global leaders and access funded postgraduate pathways to accelerate your career.Located in the vibrant heart of Darlinghurst, we are positioned just minutes from Kings Cross station, with direct, high-frequency bus connections from the east, and seamless links from Gadigal and Museum stations right to our doorstep.Read on to explore this exciting role and the fantastic perks waiting for you here.About the roleAssist with the distribution and service of patient meals and beverages.Maintain cleanliness, hygiene and organisation within the satellite kitchen.Assist with stock replenishment, storage, labelling and rotation.Follow established food safety, infection prevention and HACCP procedures.Ensure equipment and work areas are maintained in a clean and safe condition.Work collaboratively with the Food Services team to provide efficient, and reliable patient-focused serviceAbout youPrevious experience in food services, hospitality or healthcare is desirableFood Safety or HACCP training (desirable)Excellent attention to detail and food handling practicesStrong teamwork and communication skillsA positive, reliable work ethicAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentPhysical capability to undertake manual handling and standing for extended periodsWhat we can offer you at St Vincent’s Private Hospital SydneyExceptional Rewards: Highly competitive base pay, plus exclusive not-for-profit salary packaging perks. Enjoy pre-tax savings on up to $15,900 for everyday living costs (mortgage, rent, bills) plus $2,650 for dining out and entertainment annuallyAn Amazing Workplace: 84% of staff recommend our hospital as a great place to work (2026 Engagement Survey)For-Purpose Impact: Be part of a not-for-profit where surplus is reinvested into research & community careWorld-Class: Collaborate with global leaders across more than 100 medical specialties and 60 service areasSurgical Innovation: Work with eminent surgeons using next-gen robotics in cardiac, neuro & orthopaedicPremium Care: Deliver deeply personalised, patient-centred care in a 100% private-room en-suite facilitySafe Staffing: Work with peace of mind under an historic EA delivering mandated nurse-to-patient ratiosProfessional Growth: Accelerate your career with clinical education programs & funded postgrad pathwaysHealth & Wellbeing: Fitness Passport, discounted private health, & cultural recognitions and celebrationsSponsorship / work rights for AustraliaPlease note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.Equal opportunityWe celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.As part of our commitment to reconciliation, we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in delivering care that heals body, mind, spirit and community.How to applyShortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.Please submit your resume. A cover letter is welcome but not required.Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.Closing Date:28 November 2026 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [e-mail]