About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Food Service Aid to join the team at Tygerberg Hospital in Parow Valley, Western Cape. In this vital role, you will be responsible for preparing, dishing up, and serving nutritious meals tailored for both standard and special diets. Your contributions will directly impact the health and well-being of patients, ensuring they receive the nourishment they need for recovery. By working in a bustling environment like Tygerberg Hospital, you will play an essential part in the public service, supporting both staff and patients in a significant way.
Tygerberg Hospital is not just a healthcare facility; it is a cornerstone of the community, offering diverse medical services and care to thousands of patients every year. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a passionate team committed to health excellence, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those who rely on the hospital’s services. If you are looking to contribute positively to South Africa’s healthcare system, this position is a perfect fit.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to delivering quality healthcare services across South Africa. Its mission encompasses promoting health, preventing disease, and providing comprehensive healthcare services to all citizens. By working in this department, you will be part of an organization that prioritizes the health and well-being of the community, ensuring that every individual has access to the medical care they need.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare and serve food for various dietary needs, ensuring all meals meet nutritional standards.
- Assist with receiving, storing, and controlling food supplies to maintain inventory levels.
- Follow hygiene and safety directives while using kitchen equipment, including washing crockery and utensils.
- Support the informal training of new employees, sharing your knowledge and skills.
- Attend prescribed training courses to enhance your skills and knowledge in food service operations.
What You’ll Need
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Relevant experience working in a large-scale Industrial Food Service Unit.
- Willingness to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
- Physical strength to lift heavy objects and stand for long periods.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with National Food Service Guidelines and basic equipment maintenance.
- Good communication skills to interact with colleagues and staff effectively.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Basic numeracy and literacy.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.
Job Duties
Prepare, dish up and serve food for normal and special diets.Assist with the receipt, storage and stock control of food supplies.
Follow and maintain hygiene and safety directives including the use of apparatus and equipment, washing of crockery and cooking utensils.
Assist with the informal in-service training of new employees.
Attend prescribed training courses.
