DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS: FOOD SERVICE AID (X2 POSTS)

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS: FOOD SERVICE AID (X2 POSTS)

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS
In line with the Employment Equity Plan of the Department of Health it is our intention with this advertisement to achieve equity in the workplace by promoting equal opportunities and fair treatment in employment through the elimination of unfair discrimination.
NOTE : It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time
and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will
receive preference.
OTHER POSTS

POST 29/90 : FOOD SERVICE AID (X2 POSTS)
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
SALARY : R131 265 per annum
CENTRE : New Somerset Hospital

REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic reading, writing and numerical skills.
Experience: Appropriate experience in a large-scale Industrial Food Service Unit.
Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public
holidays. Ability to work in large scale freezers and cold rooms. Physically strong to lift
heavy objects and be on their feet the entire day. Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Ability to function in a group and to work under pressure. Ability to prepare food
according to standardised recipes. Knowledge of National Food Service Guidelines.
Knowledge of basic cleaning and maintenance of equipment. Good communication
skills. Have knowledge and understanding of the basic food groups and cooking
methods.

DUTIES : Prepare, cook and serve meals for the patients. Clean and maintain the kitchen area
and equipment and maintain hygiene standards. Dress according to Departmental
specifications and adhere to Hospital Policy. Ability to prepare food according to
standardised recipes. Ability to be trainable in preparing of normal and therapeutic
diets. Following and adhere to Health and Safety Regulations.

ENQUIRIES : Ms L Vermeulen Tel No: (021) 402-6224
APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online
applications”)
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. The pool of applicants
will be considered for other vacant Food Service Aid posts within the Chief Directorate:
Metro Health Services, for a period of 3 months from date of advert. Candidates will be
subjected to a practical/written assessment.
CLOSING DATE : 06 September 2024