Food Services Assistant - Kingston Centre

Job Type: Contract position | Casual position

Job Description

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About the Role

Join our team as a Food Services Assistant on a part time, ongoing to work at Kingston centre. In this role, you will be guided under the leadership of the Food Services Manager and working with the broader Support Services team. FSAs play a vital role in providing high-quality meal services to patients and supporting overall patient nutrition and food safety.

FSAs are responsible for the preparation and delivery of meals, cleaning of food service areas, all whilst ensuring patient's dietary needs are met accurately and efficiently. FSAs contribute to patient care by ensuring meals are delivered on time, safely, accurately and with respect.

Key responsibilities

- Delivering and collecting meal trays and Burlodge trolleys to and from service areas
- Regenerating and preparing meals in line with production and clinical needs, including special functions
- Cleaning and sanitising food trays, food preparation areas, and kitchen equipment




- Operating dishwashers and other food service equipment safely and efficiently
- Restocking pantries and trolleys; whilst maintaining food stock levels as required
- Completing all food safety and cleaning documentation accurately and in a timely manner

We currently have the following opportunities available: Position 1

- Ward Food Services

Days and Time: Wednesday: 7:30 am

- 2:30 pm

Thursday: 7:30 am

- 2:30 pm

Friday: 7:30 am

- 1:30 pm

Please note that the successful applicant must be available to work all three morning shifts: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Availability for all three shifts is an essential requirement of this position.

Position 2

- Ward Food Services

Day and time: Sunday: 2:00 pm

- 7:30 pm

About You

To ensure your success in this role, you will bring experience in food services within a hospital, aged care, or hospitality setting with strong demonstrated knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene standards.

You have a passion for patient care and nutrition, ensuring patients are treated with respect and empathy. You are a reliable and punctual team member with great verbal and written communication skills; and intermediate computer skills. Whether you work independently or as part of a team; you always follow manual handling, safety protocols, and procedural instructions.

It would be an advantage if you also have comprehensive understanding of diet codes, texture modified foods and fluids, food allergies and intolerances. You are also required to hold a HLTFSE001: Follow basic food safety practices or SITXFSA001: Use hygienic practices for food safety.

Why you will love working with us

As an FSA, you will play a vital role in supporting patient care while working within a supportive and inclusive team culture. Monash Health offers ongoing opportunities for professional development and leadership training.



FSAs benefit from job stability within Victoria's largest public health service, along with clear career pathways across support services.

Benefits

- Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
- Novated leasing for vehicle options
- Full-time employees accrue 5 week's annual leave (pro rata for part-time employees)
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Uniform and laundry allowance

About the Department

The Support Services team is a collaborative and dedicated group that plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming workplace for patients, visitors, and staff. Our culture is built on respect, compassion, and excellence, and we are committed to continuous improvement and professional development.

About Kingston Centre: Kingston Centre is a specialist healthcare facility in Melbourne's south-east, operated by Monash Health, that focuses on rehabilitation, aged care and ongoing recovery. It provides a wide range of services including sub-acute care, aged mental health, residential aged care and allied health, helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life. The centre also offers specialised clinics and programs - such as dementia, falls and movement disorder services - supporting both older adults and people recovering from illness or injury.

Our Culture and Values

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement. Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence. You'll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.

We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.

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📌 Food Services Assistant - Kingston Centre (Melbourne)
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