• Reference Number : refs/056572
• Directorate : FOOD SERVICES
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 280 278 - 330 162 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Mrs J Weyers 011 470 9405

Requirements :

• Three-year National Diploma in Food Service Management at a University of Technology (HET level) or three-year National Diploma in Food Service Operations Management @ a University of Technology (HET level) or four-year bachelor’s degree in food service management @ a University of Technology (HET level) or four- year BSc Degree in Food Management at Potchefstroom or Pretoria University (HET level). Computer literacy. Good verbal, writing, calculations, and computer skills. Must be able to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays. Be willing to rotate inside the unit in various areas. Good leadership, managerial and communication skills. Good report writing skills. Innovative, Integrity, Enthusiasm, Passion, Professionalism and High sense of duty. Able to handle and work under pressure. High level of reliability. Catering skills. Knowledge of Food Service Policies, Procedures and Acts and protocols governing food services. Knowledge and application of National Core Standards and Food Service Audits. Knowledge of PFMA and Supply Chain Management Regulations.

Duties :

• Direct control and administration of Food Service Staff and Operations. Compliance with relevant Policies, Regulations, Acts and Procedures. Assist in menu planning, compiling master orders, menu costing and give inputs in the departmental budget. Ensuring all procedures are followed at the ordering, receiving, storing, and issuing of stock. Ensure production procedures are adhered to and followed during preparations, distribution and serving of meals. Ensure that Hygiene and Occupational Health and Safety Measures are adhered to and followed. Responsible for effective human resource functions and optimal labour utilization. Ensure effective usage and management of equipment. Give inputs in planning of equipment and utensils. Identify, plan, and conduct relevant training for staff. Assist with training of Food Service and Dietetic Students. To execute any fair and lawful additional instruction given by supervisor.

Notes :

• PLEASE READ THE NOTES CAREFULLY BEFORE APPYING. PLEASE ENSURE TO COMPLETE THE NEW Z83 FORM AND ATTACH IN PDF FORMAT. FAILURE OF WHICH THE APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Only online applications on (http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za) will be considered; no hardcopy or emailed applications will be accepted. Applications must be submitted on a duly completed new Z83 form, obtainable from any government department or on the Internet on www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed (please refer to the left side of the Z83 special notes for clarity), it must be initialled and signed. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a fully completed Z83 form and an updated detailed CV. The information on the new Z83 must be the same with that of the CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. Failure to submit any of the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. 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 Provincial Government of Gauteng is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity in employment, especially of race, gender, and disability. It is a legislative requirement that all newly appointed staff members be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) – verification, upon appointment within the Department. This verification process entails reference checks, identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, social media checks as well as a credit/financial stability check. Successful candidates will be subjected to OHS medical surveillance as required by HBA regulations within the OHS Act 85 of 1993 Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital

Closing Date : 25-09-2026

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.