Job Description

The Gauteng Department of Health is inviting applications for the Food Service Aid position at Dr Yusuf Dadoo Hospital. This role is suited to candidates who can support food service operations in a hospital environment while maintaining hygiene, safety, and quality standards.

The successful candidate will assist with receiving, storing, preparing, cooking, dishing up, and distributing food and snacks for patients on both normal and special diets. This is a practical support role for someone who can work carefully, communicate well, and contribute to patient care through efficient food service support.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, prepare, cook, dish up, and distribute food and snacks for patients
• Assist with preparing food for normal and therapeutic diets
• Help with cooking and dishing up meals according to portion control measures
• Ensure portions served match the stipulated dietary allowances
• Pack food on delivery trolleys according to the wards
• Maintain general cleanliness and hygiene in the food service unit
• Follow the clean-as-you-work rule
• Clean floors, storage areas, utensils, and equipment
• Support waste segregation and sanitation in the food service unit
• Wear appropriate uniform and protective clothing
• Operate and care for equipment
• Report broken or faulty equipment and any observed risks
• Rotate to different areas in the food service unit
• Attend food service-related training
• Ensure compliance with the Ideal Hospital Framework, Batho Pele principles, patient rights, and Infection Prevention and Control
• Contribute to managing complaints and patient safety incidents

Requirements

• Grade 10, AET Level 4, or equivalent qualification
• 1 year experience in a hospital environment will be an advantage
• Experience in the food service industry will be an added advantage
• Numeracy and literacy skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Basic knowledge and understanding of food safety
• Basic understanding of hygiene practices necessary in the food service unit
• Understanding of Batho Pele Principles in relation to the food service unit
• Must be willing to work shifts, public holidays, and weekends

Skills and Attributes

• Basic food service support skills
• Numeracy and literacy
• Good communication skills
• Hygiene and sanitation awareness
• Ability to follow procedures
• Reliability
• Ability to work in a hospital environment
• Willingness to work shifts and weekends