Food Services Assistant - Tamworth

NSW Health; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A health services organization in Tamworth is seeking a dedicated Food Services Assistant to support meal preparation and delivery for patients. Responsibilities include order taking, meal assembly, and maintaining cleanliness. This casual position offers $30.66 per hour along with additional benefits such as leave conditions and wellbeing programs. Suitable candidates need Australian work rights and a commitment to community service.

Benefits

Great leave conditions

Salary packaging and novated leasing

Wellbeing programs

Commitment to career development

Rewarding role and community contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in food services or similar role is preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks.
• Must have Australian work rights.

Responsibilities

• Take orders and assemble meals for patients.
• Prepare and distribute meals in accordance with dietary requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and waste management in the kitchen area.

Skills

Compassionate

Attention to detail

Basic food preparation

Job description

Classification: Hospital Assist Grade 3

Employment Type: Casual

Remuneration: $30.66 per hour plus shift allowances and 12% superannuation

Location: Tamworth Hospital, Tamworth

Applications Close: Sunday 30 November, 2025

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 for 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’s.

Responsibilities

• order taking
• meal assembly
• 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 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.

How to apply

• Click Apply Now at the top of the page.
• Attach your resume and answer the screening questions.

Additional information

• Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description
• If successful following the application close date, you will be required to attend interview.
• 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 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 Carol Egan - [e-mail] if you have any questions about this role. Any career portal support questions can be directed to our customer service team at 1300 679 367.

For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to a HealthShare NSW Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact [e-mail]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

Please let [e-mail] 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.