Food Service Aid at Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital. Closes 12 October 2026. Salary, requirements, duties and how to apply.
| Job Title | Food Service Aid |
| Employer | Gauteng Department of Health |
| Reference Number | REFS/056804 |
| Category | Department of Health |
| Location | Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Date Posted | 8 October 2026 at 23:23 |
| Closing Date | 12 October 2026 at 23:59 |
| Status | Open for applications |
| Salary | R144 024 – R169 656 per year |
About this Food Service Aid position
Introduction
Gauteng Department of Health invites applications for 2 posts of Food Service Aid at Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital in the Human Nutrition Department section, Johannesburg, Gauteng. Salary: R 144 024 – R 169 656 per annum (plus benefits). Applications close on 12 October 2026. Read the requirements, key duties and application instructions below, then apply through the official Gauteng recruitment portal.
About the Company
The Gauteng Department of Health is the provincial government department responsible for public health care in Gauteng. It runs the province's regional, district and tertiary hospitals, clinics, nursing colleges and related health services. This post is based at Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital.
Responsibilities
- Ensure proper and effective Food Service/catering service by complying to the production and work schedules, recipes and instructions given by Food Service Supervisor.
- Maintain and ensure correct use of Food Service equipment and ensure that breakages are reported immediately.
- To render quality food provisioning services.
- Assist with the preparation and catering for functions and events.
- The preparation of food for normal, therapeutic diets and snacks.
- Daily dishing up of food and the distribution of meals as per allocated ward.
- Preparation of fluids diet and feeds in the tube feed area.
- Perform daily cleaning tasks – routine duties as per work schedule.
- Applying Hygiene and Safety measures in the area of work according to Hygiene and Safety manual and planned work schedules.
- To ensure proper utilization of allocated physical and financial resources.
- To liaise with colleagues, supervisors, managers, patients, and hospital staff where applicable.
- Be prepared to relieve in all areas of Food Service unit when required.
- Be willing to undergo continuous training and development programs.
- Be responsible for all allocated supplies and resources to your section.
- To adhere to all Food Service policies, procedures, and job description always.
- To ensure effective maintenance of equipment and inventories Relevant duties as per job description
Required Qualifications
- Grade 10 with any experience in a Food industry.
- (Previous experience in food service/food related sector will be an advantage).
- Knowledge of Hygiene and Safety procedures and processes.
- Must be fit and healthy for employment.
- Good Communication and interpersonal skills.
- Time management skills and basic numeracy (e.g., Basic calculations & Knowledge of decimals, measures, etc.).
- Good verbal and written communication skills – English.
- Appropriate knowledge of food and food preparation.
- Awareness of Batho Pele Principles.
- Should be prepared to work shifts and public holidays.
- Be willing to work in a team and under stressful conditions.
- Will be required to rotate to all areas of Human Nutrition Department.
Job Benefits and Perks
Salary package: R 144 024 – R 169 656 per annum (plus benefits).
How to Apply
Enquiries: Mrs Weyers 011 470 9405
Official advert and application page: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/ViewJob.aspx?u=1juf+hhpNr9YRaznxKVcRg==
- PLEASE READ THE NOTES CAREFULLY BEFORE APPYING.
- PLEASE ENSURE TO COMPLETE THE NEW Z83 FORM AND ATTACH IT IN PDF FORMAT.
- FAILURE OF WHICH THE APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
- Only online applications on (http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za) will be considered; no hardcopy or emailed applications will be accepted.
- Applications must be submitted on a duly completed new Z83 form, obtainable from any government department or on the Internet on www.dpsa.gov.za/documents.
- The new Z83 form must be fully completed (please refer to the left side of the Z83 special notes for clarity), it must be initialled and signed.
- Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a fully completed Z83 form and an updated detailed CV.
- The information on the new Z83 must be the same with that of the CV.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR.
- Failure to submit any of the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
- Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (Only when shortlisted).
- The Provincial Government of Gauteng is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity in employment, especially of race, gender, and disability.
- It is a legislative requirement that all newly appointed staff members be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) – verification, upon appointment within the Department.
- This verification process entails reference checks, identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, social media checks as well as a credit/financial stability check.
- Successful candidates will be subjected to OHS medical surveillance as required by HBA regulations within the OHS Act 85 of 1993 Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
Be ready to answer these questions on the application form:
- Do you have a Grade 10 qualification with any experience in a Food industry?
- Do you have Knowledge of Hygiene and Safety procedures and processes?
- Are you fit and healthy for employment?
Official source: Gauteng Online Recruitment Portal (jobs.gauteng.gov.za) · Last checked: 8 October 2026
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