• Reference Number : REFS/055998
• Directorate : PATIENT ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS
• Number of Posts : 13

• Package : R144 024.00 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Ms. E. Dreyer - Tel No: 012 354 2315

Requirements :

• Grade 10/ NQF Level 2. Relevant and previous exposure in a Food service environment with at least 1-year work experience and experience in large scale cooking will be an advantage. Knowledge of hygiene, cleaning and safety. Good communication skills and willingness to work in a team. Must work shifts (early and late) as well as public holidays. Must be able to do work of a physical nature. Must be reliable and trustworthy.

Duties :

• Perform routine tasks in the Food Service Unit and operate machinery and Food service equipment. Perform cleaning tasks assigned to you to ensure hygiene and safety standards are maintained in the unit (washing of pots, floors, equipment and utensils, drains, grids, fridges and freezer rooms, storerooms and other areas in the unit). Taking out dustbins and waste and cleaning/sanitizing dustbins. Washing dishes (pots, pans, crockery and cutlery). Unpacking and packing provisions into fridges and freezers and storage areas. Cleaning of fridges and freezers and storage areas. Preparation of patient meals. (Normal and special diets). Preparation of meals and decoration for functions. Dishing of patient meals according to guidelines. Adhere to set policies and guidelines regulating Food service. Rotate and work as a reliever in the unit. Rotation also between 2 shifts.

Notes :

• Kindly note that No payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts. Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za.No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents.The Z83 form must be fully completed and singed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicant. All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not possession of such:” If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Application must indicate the post reference number on their application. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR Unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualification remain responsible for ensuring that their qualification are evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities, Coloured Males and Females, Indian Males and Females, White Males and Females are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : STEVE BIKO ACADEMIC HOSPITAL

Closing Date : 07-08-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.