Food Services Aid (3 posts) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: MHS421/2026

Location: New Somerset Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

REMUNERATION

R 144 024 - R 169 656 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

7/10/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/07/24 17:00:00

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required by operational needs. Ability to work in large scale freezers and cold rooms. Be physically strong to lift heavy objects and be on your feet the entire day. Dress according to Departmental specifications and adhere to Hospital Policy.

EXPERIENCE

Appropriate experience in a large-scale industrial food service unit.

ENQUIRIES

Ms L Vermeulen: (021) 402 6224

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Basic reading, writing and numerical skills.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Have knowledge and understanding of the basic food groups and cooking methods. Knowledge of the HACCP principles. Knowledge of Occupational, Health and Safety principles and measures. Knowledge of Milk Kitchen Operation, Infant Feed Production and storage.

EXPERIENCE

Prepare, cook and plate meals for the patients. Clean and maintain the kitchen area and equipment and maintain hygiene standards. Follow the Clean-as-you-go principle. Maintain and report broken and faulty apparatus and equipment. Responsible for preparing food according to standardised recipes. Work alternative days in the Milk Kitchen as needed Assist with the in-service training of new workers or colleagues. Support to Supervisor when required.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.