About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking dedicated individuals for the position of Food Service Aid at Frere Tertiary Hospital in Buffalo City Metro. This role is vital to ensuring that patients receive nutritious and well-prepared meals, contributing significantly to their recovery and overall well-being. As a Food Service Aid, you will play an essential role in the public service, bringing comfort and nourishment to individuals during their time of need.
Located in the vibrant city of East London, Frere Tertiary Hospital is a key healthcare facility in the Eastern Cape, providing critical services and support to the local community. Your work will not only affect patients directly but also enhance the efficiency and quality of care provided by the healthcare team. The role is perfect for those looking to make a positive impact in the community while working within the government sector.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to delivering high-quality healthcare services across South Africa. With a mission to promote health, prevent disease, and provide accessible healthcare, the department plays a crucial role in improving the lives of citizens. Working in this department means being part of a team that strives to uphold the values of integrity, compassion, and excellence in public service.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare ingredients for meals according to set menus and dietary plans.
- Cook and process food items to ensure they are ready for consumption.
- Serve meals in appropriate crockery while adhering to dietary allowances.
- Pack food delivery trolleys and ensure correct meal distribution within the hospital.
- Maintain a clean and hygienic environment by washing and drying used cutlery and crockery.
- Perform quality checks to ensure all equipment and areas meet hygiene standards.
- Report any unsafe or unhygienic conditions to your supervisor.
What You’ll Need
- NQF level 1 or 2 (ABET level 2 certificate or equivalent).
- Basic knowledge of food services and food preparation.
- Understanding of food processing equipment operation and basic health and safety measures.
- Ability to maintain hygiene and control bacterial contamination.
- Basic literacy and the ability to measure ingredients accurately.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
NQF level 1 or 2 (ABET level 2 certificate or equivalent) with no experience.Knowledge of Food services & food preparation, Operation of food processing equipment, Basic health & safety measures, Health environment, Hygiene & bacterial contamination control measures.
Basic literacy, Ability to operate food processing equipment, Measure accurately.
Job Duties
Render catering services: Follow menus and special diet plans.Prepare ingredients for meals e.
g.
cleaning and cutting vegetables, prepare meat, poultry and fish.
Process/cook prepared ingredients for consumption.
Serve prepared food in the relevant crockery.
Ensure that portions served are according to the stipulated dietary allowances.
Pack food delivery trolleys and deliver to relevant areas in the health institution.
Ensure that the correct meals are delivered to the correct areas in the institution.
Maintain safe and hygienic environment: Collect used cutlery and crockery from wards and other service areas.
Check that the correct number of cutlery and crockery have been returned to the kitchen.
Wash and dry used equipment, cutlery and crockery.
Perform quality checks to ensure that the cleaning process has been performed according to standard.
Pack and store clean food processing equipment.
Clean the food processing area at regular intervals during the day.
Perform regular checks to establish whether safety and sanitation standards are being adhered to.
Report unhygienic and unsafe situation to the supervisor.
