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 39/182 : FOOD SERVICES AID
Overberg District
SALARY : R125 373 per annum
CENTRE : Hermanus Hospital

REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic numeracy and literacy. Experience: Appropriate
experience in an Industrial Food Services Unit. Inherent requirements of the
job: Incumbent must be prepared to work shifts and overtime which include
weekends and public holidays. Incumbent must be healthy, strong enough to
lift heavy objects and be on their feet the entire day. Must be willing to enter
hospital wards. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of production for
normal and therapeutic diets in an Industrial Food Service Unit on a large
scale. Knowledge of hygiene, occupational health, Hazard Analysis and
Critical Control Points (HACCP) and safety principles. Ability to maintain good
interpersonal skills.

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DUTIES : (key result areas/outputs) Assist in the receipt and storage of all provisions
and stock in the foodservice unit. Pre-prepare and produce all normal and
therapeutic diets. Weigh, dish and distribute food to various wards. Clean all
areas, utensils, and equipment in the Food Service Department. Follow and
adhere to Health and Safety prescripts. Follow standardised PAWC Receipts
and menus. Follow and adhere to elementary control measures and standard
operational procedures. Quality portion control of food according to
standardised recipes.

ENQUIRIES : Mr NK Adams Tel No: (028) 313 5204
APPLICATIONS : The District Director: Overberg District Office, Private Bag X07, Caledon, 7230.
FOR ATTENTION : Mr E Sass

NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted
candidates may be subjected to a practical assessment.

CLOSING DATE : 17 November 2023

OTHER POST

POST 39/183 : HOUSEHOLD AID
Overberg District
SALARY : R125 373 per annum
CENTRE : Hermanus Hospital

REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic numeracy and literacy skills. Experience:
Appropriate cleaning experience in a hospital/ clinic/hospitality environment.
Inherent requirements for the job: Physically able to lift/move heavy objects
and working at heights requiring the use of a step ladder. Willing to work shifts,
public holidays, weekends, overtime, and night duty. Ability to operate
machinery and equipment. Good interpersonal skills. Relief duties in other
departments when necessary. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge
of the correct methods of handling and disposal of refuse/waste products and
adherence to policy and cleaning practices. Excellent communication skills.

DUTIES : Responsible for cleaning duties i.e., sweeping, dusting, emptying bins,
mopping, scrubbing, and polishing, cleaning windows, deep cleaning of toilets,
general refuge, medical waste handling and maintenance of general neatness
and hygiene (adhere to OHS and IPC policies) daily. Perform patient meal
servings and cleaning of crockery and cutlery (according to HACCP principles
and food service unit process). Effective use, maintenance and safekeeping
of supplies and equipment and cost-effective use of resources/consumables.
Handling of linen (soiled lined, dirty linen, clean linen, counting of linen,
packing linen room etc.). Attend Inservice training and render support to the
supervisor with regards to general housekeeping duties.

ENQUIRIES : Mr T De Wet Tel No: (028) 313-5200
APPLICATIONS : The Director: Overberg District Office, Private Bag X07 Caledon, 7230.
FOR ATTENTION : Mr Wajdie Teegler

NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

CLOSING DATE : 17 November 2023

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Household and Food Service Aid Job at Department of Health