Department of Health Food Service Aid Jobs 2026

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Department of Health Food Service Aid Jobs 2026 – 5 Vacancies at Weskoppies Hospital

The Gauteng Department of Health is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for 5 Food Service Aid vacancies at Weskoppies Hospital. The position is available within the Food Services Directorate and offers a salary of R144,024 per annum plus benefits.

Applicants with a minimum of Grade 10 can apply. Having Grade 12 and relevant experience in a hospital food service environment will be an added advantage.

Food Service Aid Vacancy Details

Employer: Department of Health
Position: Food Service Aid
Reference Number: REFS/050402
Directorate: Food Services
Number of Positions: 5
Location: Weskoppies Hospital, Gauteng
Salary: R144,024 per annum plus benefits
Closing Date: 3 August 2026

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for the Food Service Aid position, applicants should meet the following requirements:

  • Minimum Grade 10 qualification.
  • Grade 12 will be an added advantage.
  • Relevant previous exposure or experience in a Food Service Hospital environment will be an advantage.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good teamwork skills.
  • Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
  • Ability to perform physically demanding work.
  • Must be reliable and trustworthy.
  • Must be willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.
  • Understanding of the Batho Pele Principles in relation to Food Services.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidates will assist with the daily operations of the Food Service Unit at Weskoppies Hospital.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Performing routine tasks within the Food Service Unit.
  • Operating large-scale food service equipment.
  • Maintaining general cleaning to ensure hygiene and safety standards are maintained.
  • Unpacking and packing provisions into storerooms, cold rooms and freezers.
  • Cleaning and maintaining cold rooms, freezers and storerooms.
  • Assisting with the preparation of normal and therapeutic diets.
  • Portioning and distributing meals.
  • Adhering to policies and guidelines regulating Food Services.
  • Rotating work duties and acting as a reliever within the Food Service Unit.
  • Supporting a clean, safe and hygienic food service environment.

Employment Equity Information

In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to males of all races.

The Department is committed to promoting representativity in the Public Service through the appointment of suitable candidates, including representation based on race, gender and disability.

Preference will be given to South African citizens.

Important Application Information

No payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. Applicants should be cautious of scams or individuals requesting money in exchange for employment.

Applications must be submitted strictly online via the Gauteng Department of Health E-Recruitment Portal. No hand-delivered, faxed or emailed applications will be accepted.

Applications must include:

  • A fully completed and signed new Z83 Application Form.
  • A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents, not older than six months, before the interview.

Applicants with foreign qualifications must submit an evaluation certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Candidates may be subjected to personnel suitability checks, including criminal record, citizenship, qualification, financial record and previous employment/reference checks. Medical Surveillance may also be conducted where applicable.

Due to the large volume of applications expected, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged. If you have not been contacted within three months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing Date

3 August 2026

Enquiries

Ms. EA Kruger / Mrs. N Gumede
Tel: 012 319 9573 / 012 319 9967

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the Gauteng Department of Health E-Recruitment Portal.

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