Food Services Assistant (Casual)

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Food Services Assistants - Casual position
• Food and Domestic Assistant Grade 2 (IN14)
• Morning and afternoon shifts
• Located at Caulfield Hospital
• Great staff benefits!

The Department

Alfred Health Support Services provides the core Support Services of Non-ward Cleaning, Gardens and Grounds, Distribution, Security, Ward Support, Food Services, and Car Parking.

The position of FSA is a key operational role within the Support Services and Food Services team.

The Role

We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic people to join our Food Services team as an FSA. In this role you will be required to plate meals, prepare meal items such as mid meal snacks, sandwiches and desserts, wash dishes and complete other cleaning tasks.

You will have a background of experience in Food Services within Health & Aged Care Facilities or equivalent. A high level of flexibility and motivation to achieve set standards is required.

You will be able to work both in a team environment and autonomously and possess good time management skills. The understanding and practicing of infection control & and food safety principles is essential.

Skills and Experience Required

• A background of experience in Food Services within Health and Aged Care facilities
• Have the ability and adaptability to participate in change
• Have completed or be willing to participate in training and education appropriate to improve skills required for the performance of the position

Responsibilities 

• Provide excellent customer service
• Excellent communication skills
• Ensure a clean and sanitary environment
• Knowledge of safe food handling 
• Assist with catering events

Staff benefits

• Generous salary packaging and novated leasing are available through Maxxia
• Close to public transport and shops
• Discounted health insurance
• Onsite parking

For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Samantha Conole on 03 9076 6620.

Applications close 11pm AEST, Thursday 23rd January 2025.

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au