Newcastle Private Hospital is seeking a Food Services Assistant to join our hospitality team on a casual basis.
In this fast paced and varied environment, you will take pride in your work, have a friendly and positive work attitude and a commitment to customer satisfaction.
You will assist in effectively serving our patient, doctor, and staff meals with particular attention to patient dietary needs and assist with function catering at a consistently high standard and within HACCP guidelines.
Responsibilities
Assist in daily food preparation and basic meal assembly
Deliver, serve and collect all patient food requirements and meal trays
Assist in general cleaning of kitchen equipment and utensils including dish and pot washing as required
Act as a valued member of an interdisciplinary team by promoting a professional and positive team culture
Provide a high standard of customer service
Operate in line with WHS policy & procedures
Deliver excellent customer service to staff, clients and patients
Have demonstrated ongoing commitment to professional development
Essential Criteria
2 years' experience in a similar role within a hospital or aged care environment
Completed Basic Food Handling Training (or working towards)
Certificate III in Hospitality (or working towards)
Authority to Work in Australia
Hold a valid NSW Working with Children check for Employment ('E')
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene requirements
Excellent time management skills
Commitment to service excellence
Strong communication and customer skills
Attention to detail
Work well independently and within a team
Available for a variety of shifts & on call shifts
Application Details
Applications close: 1st January ****.
To apply, please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form.
For any questions, please reach out to .
Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority.
Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment.
Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.
Why Healthscope?
When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care.
Our people are at the heart of our organisation – no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families.
As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our 42 sites are supported by a central Support Office, enabling us to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.
What We Offer
Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network
Discounted health insurance
Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth
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