• Reference Number : refs/048612
• Directorate : Logistic and Support
• Number of Posts : 5

• Package : R 144 024 -169 656 per annum plus benefits
• Enquiries : Mr. J.M Segabutla Tel No: (011) 812 5163/5170

Requirements :

• Grade 10-12 or equivalent qualification. No experience required. Exposure in the food service industry will be added as an advantage. Numeracy and literacy skills. Good communication (verbal & written) skills. Applicants should have a basic knowledge, understanding of food safety and various hygiene practice necessary in the food service unit. Applicants should understand the Batho Pele Principles in relation to the food service unit. Must be willing to work shifts, public holidays and weekends. Previous EPWP experience will be an added advantage.

Duties :

• Perform specific duties regarding receiving, storage, preparation, cooking, dishing up and distribution of food and snacks, for patients on normal and special diets. Assist with preparation of food for normal and therapeutic diets including snacks, cooking, dishing up for the patients according to portion control measures. Ensure that portions served are according to the stipulated dietary allowances. Pack food on delivery trollies according to the wards. Responsible for the general cleanliness and hygiene of the food service unit and practice clean as you work rule (cleaning of the floor, storages, utensils and equipment, waste segregation and sanitation in the food service). Wear appropriate uniform and protective clothing. Operate and care for equipment's also report broken equipment's and any faulty equipment as well as any observed risks. Rotate to different areas in the food service units and undergo food service work related trainings. Ensure compliance with the Ideal Hospital Framework, Batho Pele principles, and patient rights and Infection Prevention and Control. Contribute to managing complaints and patient safety incidents

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. Applications 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 plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), Registration Certificate with relevant professional body (HPCSA / SANC) and proof of current registration (Annual Practicing Certificate/Card). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form, a detailed CV, registration certificate and proof of current registration certificate/card with a professional body will be disqualified. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they do not have such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. NB: Where Driver’s licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from the 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, and reference checks) will be conducted as part of the Recruitment process. Candidates will be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). It is the Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Preference will be given to South African citizens. Please note: 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.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Pholosong Regional Hospital

Closing Date : 20-05-2026

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.