The Department of Health is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for Food Service Aid L2 positions within the Support Services Directorate. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with experience in a hospital food service environment who are committed to maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and patient care.
Closing date for applications: 06 February 2026
Job Title: Food Service Aid L2
Reference Number: REFS/035329
Directorate: Support Services
Location: Bertha Gxowa Hospital
Salary Package: R138 486 – R163 131 per annum (plus benefits)
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Grade 10 qualification
- 1–2 years’ experience in a hospital or similar food service environment
- Ability to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong customer service orientation
- High level of honesty, reliability, and self-motivation
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Physical fitness to meet the demands of the role
- Basic understanding of:
- Batho Pele Principles
- Patients’ Rights Charter
- Occupational Health and Safety
- National Core Standards
- Food Service Management Policy
- Willingness to undergo medical surveillance
Added Advantage:
- Food Service Certificate
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be responsible for the following:
- Performing routine food service duties in the unit
- Preparing and serving meals, snacks, and beverages
- Ensuring cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and food service areas
- Cleaning kitchen utensils, equipment, and crockery after use
- Maintaining cleanliness of food trolleys and storage areas
- Serving meals three times daily, including tea and coffee rounds
- Monitoring stock levels of kitchen utensils and equipment
- Applying hygiene, safety, and quality control measures
- Handling waste disposal and reporting losses or food wastage
- Assisting with food preparation and setup for service requests
- Attending training sessions and sectional meetings
- Adhering to Batho Pele Principles and departmental policies
- Maintaining professionalism, including dress code and time management
- Treating patients, clients, and colleagues with dignity and respect
- Complying with Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
- Participating in the Performance Management and Development System
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only via the official Gauteng Government job portal: Click here to apply.
Important application notes:
- No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted
- Applicants must submit:
- A detailed and updated CV
- A fully completed and signed new Z83 form (available from any Public Service Department)
- Certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents are not required at application stage, but will be requested from shortlisted candidates
