FOOD SERVICES AID

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS
In line with the Employment Equity Plan of the Department of Health it is our intention with this
advertisement to achieve equity in the workplace by promoting equal opportunities and fair treatment in
employment through the elimination of unfair discrimination.
NOTE : It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a
date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess
personnel will receive preference.

POST: FOOD SERVICES AID
Overberg District

SALARY : R125 373 per annum

CENTRE : Hermanus Hospital

REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic numeracy and literacy. Experience: Appropriate
experience in an Industrial Food Services Unit. Inherent requirements of the
job: Incumbent must be prepared to work shifts and overtime which include
weekends and public holidays. Incumbent must be healthy, strong enough to
lift heavy objects and be on their feet the entire day. Must be willing to enter
hospital wards. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of production for
normal and therapeutic diets in an Industrial Food Service Unit on a large
scale. Knowledge of hygiene, occupational health, Hazard Analysis and
Critical Control Points (HACCP) and safety principles. Ability to maintain good
interpersonal skills.

DUTIES : (key result areas/outputs) Assist in the receipt and storage of all provisions
and stock in the foodservice unit. Pre-prepare and produce all normal and
therapeutic diets. Weigh, dish and distribute food to various wards. Clean all
areas, utensils, and equipment in the Food Service Department. Follow and
adhere to Health and Safety prescripts. Follow standardised PAWC Receipts
and menus. Follow and adhere to elementary control measures and standard
operational procedures. Quality portion control of food according to
standardised recipes.

ENQUIRIES : Mr NK Adams Tel No: (028) 313 5204

APPLICATIONS : The District Director: Overberg District Office, Private Bag X07, Caledon,
7230.

FOR ATTENTION : Mr E Sass

NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted
candidates may be subjected to a practical assessment.

CLOSING DATE : 17 November 2023