Department of Health Food Service Aid Jobs (5 Posts) at Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital – Apply Before 20 March 2026
The Gauteng Department of Health is inviting applications for Food Service Aid jobs (5 posts) at Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital. This opportunity is ideal for candidates looking to work in the public healthcare sector and support hospital food service operations.
The successful candidates will assist with food preparation, cleaning, and maintaining hygiene standards within the hospital’s food service unit. If you have basic food handling knowledge and are willing to work shifts, this could be a great entry-level opportunity in the healthcare environment.
Details About FoodService Aid Jobs
Employer: Gauteng Department of Health
Job Title: Food Service Aid
Reference Number: refs/035690
Directorate: Support Services
Number of Posts: 5
Salary: R138 486 per annum plus benefits
Location: Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital
Closing Date: 20 March 2026
Enquiries:
Mr M. Ngoasheng – Tel: (011) 489 0387
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- ABET Level 4 or equivalent qualification
- Ability to read and write
- Basic knowledge of food hygiene and safety
- Knowledge of food service operations will be an added advantage
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
Skills and Competencies
Candidates should demonstrate:
- Good communication and writing skills
- Strong teamwork abilities
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- High levels of motivation and reliability
- Good interpersonal skills and human relations
- Understanding of Batho Pele Principles and National Priorities
- Ability to maintain professional conduct in a healthcare environment
Key Responsibilities
The appointed Food Service Aids will perform the following duties:
- Prepare, dish up, and serve meals to patients, including therapeutic diets
- Assist with the daily operation of food service equipment
- Wash crockery, cutlery, pots, and pans used in the food service unit
- Maintain cleanliness of floors, drains, equipment, and work areas
- Dispose of waste and clean dustbins
- Pack and unpack food supplies in fridges and freezers
- Clean storage areas, fridges, and freezers
- Participate in food production processes
- Ensure hygiene and safety standards are maintained at all times
- Provide support in different sections of the unit and work night duty on rotation
- Follow Public Service Code of Ethics and HR regulations
- Support the delivery of nutritional care to hospital patients
Important Application Instructions
Applications must follow these requirements:
- Applications must be submitted online only in PDF format
- Use the reference number as the email subject
- Submit a fully completed and signed new Z83 form
- The Z83 form must clearly state Department of Health as the advertising department
- Attach a detailed and updated Curriculum Vitae
Your CV should include:
- Work experience listed in chronological order
- Position title, institution name, and start and end dates (DD/MM/YYYY)
In line with Department of Public Service and Administration Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications or supporting documents during the initial application stage. These will only be requested from shortlisted candidates.
Recruitment and Verification Process
Shortlisted candidates will undergo several verification checks, including:
- Reference checks (at least three references, including an immediate supervisor)
- Identity verification
- Qualification verification
- Criminal record checks
- Credit and financial checks
- Employment history verification
Applicants with foreign qualifications must provide an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) if shortlisted.
The recommended candidate may also be required to undergo medical surveillance in line with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993).
If you do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Employment Equity
The Gauteng Department of Health follows Employment Equity principles. Applications are encouraged from:
- People with disabilities
- African, Coloured, Indian, and White males and females
Why This Job Matters
Food Service Aids play a crucial role in hospitals by ensuring patients receive safe, nutritious meals prepared in a hygienic environment. Working in a facility like Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital means contributing directly to patient care and recovery.
Closing Date: 20 March 2026
Interested candidates should submit their applications before the deadline to be considered for these Food Service Aid posts in the Gauteng Department of Health.
