Job Description

The Team:

As a Food Services Officer working in the RHH, you’ll be part of a dedicated team that plays a vital role in providing patients with nutritious meals and great service. The team works collaboratively to ensure the safe food preparation and handling, great service with a strong focus on hygiene, efficiency, and teamwork.

The Role:

In accordance with Agency policies, procedures, and guidelines, assist with food preparation, production, plating service, ware-washing, and cleaning duties in the provision of catering services to patients, visitors, and staff of the hospital.

• Assist in maintaining a high standard of food preparation, production, service, meal distribution, ware-washing, and cleaning of the hospital service areas and in accordance with the relevant codes of practice.
• Actively participate in and contribute to the organisation’s Quality & Safety and Work Health & Safety processes, including in the development and implementation of safety systems, improvement initiatives, safeguarding practices for vulnerable people, and related training.
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitising all kitchen equipment, utensils, floors, and walls as directed by relevant supervisors and in accordance with relevant guidelines.
• The position can cover either the morning or evening meal delivery service.
• Hours of work can be between 7:00am - 7.30pm on any given day, working no more than 8 hours in any one day.
• This position is Casual, and you would be expected to cover shifts at short notice.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

You will need:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in food preparation and production, cook-chill procedures and working within a large organisation.
• Understanding of general food handling and food hygiene regulations and proven ability to maintain all work areas and equipment in a hygienic state, including maintaining a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance in accordance with food services policies.
• Good communication skills with a proven ability to understand both written and verbal instructions and cooperate effectively with patients, visitors, and staff.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment:

Fixed term, casual, position working as and when required, commencing from May 2026 for approximately eighteen (18) months.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: $57,130 to $62,486 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Plus 25% Casual Loading - Equivalent of $36.00 to $39.37 per hour.

• Salary range is in accordance with Agreement Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Eligibility:

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Relevant qualification/s in food preparation/production

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

• Generic Food Services Officer (RHH) OHO1 (May 2025).docx

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Brock Free
Business Support Officer
(03) 6166 7768
brock.free@ths.tas.gov.au

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