• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Woodville South
• Salary WHA-2 $1,084.00 - $1,095.10 per week + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent part-time positions

About the Role

The Catering Assistant contributes to the provision of a high-quality food and beverage service by undertaking responsibility in specific areas of the service including assisting with ordering (administration of stock levels and with the service and distribution of patient meals), food preparation, and cooking.

The Catering Assistant assists in the provision of a high-quality food & beverage service by undertaking responsibility and duties additional to the level 1 tasks in specific areas of the service including the salad and sandwich area, the preparation of hot breakfast items, ingredients and stores control, opening and securing of an area, including updating of meal lists or reheating of pre-cooked and frozen food.

About You

You are a motivated team player with a strong work ethic and a passion for delivering quality service. To succeed in this role, you will have:

Excellent communication and literacy skills to follow instructions and interact effectively

A positive, flexible attitude with the ability to adapt to new ideas and changes

Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and service needs

A genuine commitment to quality, hygiene, and outstanding customer service

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 903151

Enquiries to:

Chantal Crawford Position: Employee Services Coordinator Food Services
Phone: 8222 8985
E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 13 June 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

903151 rd Catering Assistant WHA2 - PM Shift - TQEH.pdf

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