Bayside Health
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
Permanent positions
Part time - morning and afternoon shifts including weekends
2 x 60 hours per fortnight
1 x 70 hours per fortnight
Food and Domestic Assistant Grade 2 (IN14)
Located at Caulfield Hospital
Great staff benefits
The Department
Alfred Health Support Services provides the core Support Services of Non-ward Cleaning, Gardens and Grounds, Distribution, Security, Ward Support, Food Services, and Car Parking.
The position of Food Services Assistant is a key operational role within the Support Services and Food Services team.
The Role
We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic people to join our Food Services team as a Food Services Assistant. In this role you will be required to plate meals, prepare meal items such as mid meal snacks, sandwiches and desserts, wash dishes and complete other cleaning tasks. We are also looking for staff to join the team and assist with delivering meals between sites which would require a current driver's licence.
You will have a background of experience in Food Services within Health & Aged Care Facilities or equivalent. A high level of flexibility and motivation to achieve set standards is required.
You will be able to work both in a team environment and autonomously and possess good time management skills. The understanding and practicing of infection control & and food safety principles is essential.
Skills And Experience Required
A background of experience in Food Services within Health and Aged Care facilities
Have the ability and adaptability to participate in change
Have completed or be willing to participate in training and education appropriate to improve skills required for the performance of the position
Responsibilities
Provide excellent customer service
Excellent communication skills
Ensure a clean and sanitary environment
Knowledge of safe food handling
Assist with catering events
Staff Benefits
Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
Flexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
Onsite car parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax *subject to availability
Great accessibilty via public transport
If applicable, please specify specific requirements that you require in your cover letter or CV.
For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Samantha Conole on
Applications close 11pm AEDT, Thursday 12th February 2026.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department's risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care