Classification: Hospital Assistant Grade 3Employment Type: CasualRemuneration: $***** per hour plus shift allowances and 12% superannuationLocation: Hunter Corporate Catering Food Production UnitApplications Close: Wednesday, 21st October ****HealthShare NSW is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and we encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, LGBTIQ+ communities, veterans, carers and people with disability.About the opportunityHealthShare NSW is seeking compassionate and reliable Food Production Assistants to assist with commercially produce large scale bulk food items that supports the delivery of nutritious meals to patients across more than 160 NSW Health facilities.
In this non‐patient‐facing role, you will assist cooking of large scale volume recipes, including preparation of ingredients, packaging cooked products and cleaning equipment.
This role includes assisting cook's with various operational tasks that are required from the start of the cooking process to the end.
Some tasks include dismantling cooking equipment, cleaning and reassembling.Working within our modern Food Production Unit, you will also assist with meal preparation, plating, and production, as well as the accurate picking and packing of orders for timely distribution.
The role also involves recording stock intake and rotation, dishwashing and cleaning of equipment and food preparation areas, and managing waste in accordance with established procedures.This is an active, hands‐on role where you will be on your feet and required to lift, push and pull continuously throughout the day.
It is perfect for someone who thrives in a highly dynamic and physically engaging environment.Your work plays an important part in ensuring vulnerable patients receive safe,



high‐quality meals tailored to their recovery needs, all within a structured, supportive, and collaborative team environment.If you have an MR or Heavy Vehicle license, we encourage you to apply as there are truck driving opportunities as wellAbout usHealthShare NSW touches the lives of NSW Health employees and patients every single day by delivering services that keep our public hospitals and health facilities running.Watch Our HealthShare NSW story video to learn more about the work we do and the diverse range of roles we have on offer.Additional benefitsWe reward our employees with a terrific range of advantages, including:Great leave conditions: enjoy one day off each month as an ADO, annual leave loading (a bonus extra payment of 17.5%) and 14 weeks' paid parental leave for eligible employeesSalary packaging and novated leasing: you can access up to $**** extra per year in your payWellbeing programs: access an array of wellbeing programs designed to support your physical, mental, and emotional healthCommitment to career development: expansive free online training, talent programs, study leave and internal development opportunities to accelerate your careerRewarding role and community contribution: make a difference in people's lives by assisting those in need and actively contributing to your community.Please note some benefits may only apply to certain employment types.Additional informationHealthShare NSW assesses candidates in line with the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework, which describes the capabilities and behaviours required for roles across the NSW public sector.




The specific capabilities for this role are outlined in the Position Description Learn more:nsw-government/public-sector-capability-frameworkIf successful following the application close date, you will be required to attend interview/complete comparative assessment as well as reference checksCandidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, or valid work visa).
Permanent roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents, while temporary and casual roles welcome applicants with a visa.This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and Tuberculosis (TB) screening.
Refer to NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 12) for a complete list of required vaccines.
During application, please upload OASV Undertaking/Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool with any vaccination evidence you have.If you are identified as a preferred candidate and are external to HealthShare NSW, you will be required to complete a pre-employment health assessment (at no cost to you) to confirm your ability to safely perform the duties of the role.
Employment is subject to successful completion of all pre-employment checks.An eligibility list from this recruitment may be created for future casual, permanent, or temporary full-time or part-time positions within the next 6 months.Contact informationPlease contact ****** if you have any questions about this role.
Any career portal support questions can be directed to our customer service team at ******** ***.
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to a HealthShare NSW Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact ***********Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.Please let *********** know if you need any adjustments to the recruitment or interview process (e.g. physical accessibility, interview setup, or scheduling).
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