Food Services Assistant

Location
Melbourne VIC
 
Full job description
Requisition No: 1217
Executive Division: Operations
Division: Health Support Services
Program: Soft Services
Department: Food Services - SH
Enterprise Agreement: Varied Health and Allied Services, Managers and Ad
Job Function: Health Support Services
Project:
Location: Sunshine Hospital
Employment Type: Casual
Salary: IN13-14

About the role:

We are seeking an enthusiastic Food Services Assistant to join our Food Services Team on a casual basis at Sunshine Hospital. This role is critical to ensure that our patients are provided with meals that meet their dietary needs and with the aim of providing Best Care.


Morning and afternoon shifts are available, including weekends.


About you:

Have demonstrated experience in frontline Patient Care/Customer Service.
High standards and knowledge of food safety and food hygiene matters.
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Have experience in heating, plating and delivery of meals to patients.
Be able to work as part of a team in a multidisciplinary environment.
Have a highly developed interpersonal skills, attention to detail and positive proactive attitude.
Have intermediate computer skills to navigate through the menu ordering software.
Be able to work independently and be self-driven.
Be able to work additional shifts as required.
Be able to work under pressure and readily adapt to change.
Have previous experience working in a busy healthcare environment.


Position Description


About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.


With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.


We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include

oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.


We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.


Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.


Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.


If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.



Closing date: 11:59pm on 5 August 2025.


Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Varun Dhingra via email Varun.Dhingra@wh.org.au.


Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.


Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.


All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).


Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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