Food Service Aid

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Department of Health

Food Service Aid

Reference Number : refs/048512

Directorate : Support service

Number of Posts : 1

Package : R 144 024.00 pa plus benefits

Enquiries : Ms. GS Mazibuko TEL: 011 951 6095

Requirements :

Grade 10, AET level 4, or Equivalent qualification. 1 year experience in a hospital environment, experience 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 and understanding of food safety and various hygiene practices 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.

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 the preparation of food for normal and therapeutic diets, including snacks, cooking, and 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, storage, utensils and equipment, waste segregation and sanitation in the food service). Wear appropriate uniform and protective clothing. Operate and care for equipments also report broken equipment 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.