• Reference Number : refs/035686
• Directorate : Support services
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 325 101,00 per annum plus benefits
• Enquiries : Mr ML Ngoasheng - Tel No: (011) 489 0883 / 0397 / 0387

Requirements :

• An appropriate Diploma/Degree in Food Service Management/Food and Beverages/ Hospitality Management with 5 years relevant experience preferably in a hospital or similar environment. Competencies: Operations and basic computer literacy will be recommended. Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills. Prior knowledge of stock and key control is required. Good interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work as a team and independently under pressure. Have effective leadership skills. Knowledge of Public Service Act and regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, National and Provincial Policy Framework, and PFMA. Good financial management knowledge, problem-solving, quality survey knowledge, presentation, analytical skills, and conflict management. Valid driver's license is essential.

Duties :

• Manage food service according to Food Based Guidelines (FBG), in terms of portion control, quality control and service standard. Manage food preparation, serving of food and refreshments. Manage stock levels and conduct stock taking on a monthly basis. Key control policy should be implemented and be monitored. Maintain working relations with the Dietetic Department for common purpose. Compile all reports and ensure compliance with all relevant statutory requirements, monitor audit tools for compliance. Ensure that equipment functions well and that compliance to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), Environmental Health Practices (EHP) and Infection Control (IPC) is adhered to. Ensure that customer care is always applied. Apply hygienic in food service unit by ratifying that cleanliness in the unit is up to good standard. Compile performance documents (PMDS) and conduct performance reviews of staff on a quarterly basis. Compile unit SOP’s.

Notes :

• Application should be submitted strictly online (on a PDF Format only). Only online applications will be considered. Please use the reference as the subject. The new Z83 must be fully completed (please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity), it must be initialled and signed. On the Z83 the Department where position was advertised it should state Department of Health. According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a fully completed Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae only. The Curriculum Vitae should be recently updated that specifies the following: All experience should be in a chronological order indicating the position, institution and respective dates indicating the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY). The information on the new Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the interview. Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) –Verification (Reference checks- Provide at least 3 off which one must be immediate supervisor and must be contactable, the Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information preceding the statement above will result in disqualifying the candidate. Identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, credit/financial stability checks and employment verification. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (Only when shortlisted). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Institutions reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The Department reserve the right not to fill the post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities, Coloured Males, Coloured Females, Indian Females, White Males, White Females, African Females, African Males and Indian Males are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital

Closing Date : 20-03-2026

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.