The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers.

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Food Services Assistant

Part Time | Royal Melbourne Hospital

Why Join RMH?

• Make a meaningful difference to the patient experience through the delivery of high-quality food services.
• Join a supportive and collaborative team within one of Victoria's leading public health services.
• Access excellent employee benefits, professional development opportunities and career pathways.

About the Role

Food Services plays a vital role in supporting patient care by delivering safe, nutritious and culturally appropriate meals to patients across the hospital. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will contribute to meal preparation, service delivery, food safety and maintaining a clean and efficient food services environment.

This is a hands on role that requires excellent teamwork, attention to detail and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service to patients, visitors and colleagues.

Key Accountabilities

• Prepare, plate and distribute meals and beverages in accordance with food safety and quality standards.
• Deliver meal services to patients and collect meal trays efficiently and respectfully.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across food service areas, equipment and workspaces.
• Follow safe food handling procedures and cook-chill guidelines.

About You

• Safe Food Handling Certificate for the Health Industry (or equivalent).
• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• High standards of personal presentation, cleanliness and attention to detail.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a food service, hospitality, healthcare or aged care environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work with patients and consumers in a compassionate and respectful manner.

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Salary packaging options to maximise your take-home pay.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including Employee Assistance and Peer Support Programs.
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
• Work within a supportive and inclusive team environment.

Position Description

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Interested?

Click Apply to submit your application, including your resume and cover letter.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.