Food Services Assistant
Are you an enthusiastic team player who takes pride in your work and is looking to build a rewarding career in healthcare?
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Bundoora Location
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Full-time, Part-time and Casual positions available
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Inclusive, values-led workplace
About the Role:
NorthPark Hospital is looking to employ is looking to employ a Food Services Assistant to join their busy department on a casual basis. You will work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment that strives to deliver outstanding healthcare to our patients.
About us:
Northpark Private Hospital is well known as one of the leading private hospitals in the northern suburbs of Melbourne. Situated in leafy Bundoora, our patients are locals and those travelling from the outer suburbs of Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Northpark Private is well known for our provision of a broad range of care including surgical, medical, and mental health services. We are well known as a premier maternity hospital having delivered many local babies and subsequently their families over the years, our maternity service also includes a well-respected Early Parenting Unit.
Northpark Private Hospital was built in 1979 and between 2012 and 2013 underwent a $35 million redevelopment that included the addition of five state of the art operating theatres, additional 42 beds and new consulting suites with the capacity for over 100 healthcare specialists.
Northpark Private Hospital is part of Healthscope and shares a commitment to the provision of quality Healthcare.
Northpark Private Hospital is fully accredited against The National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards.
Key responsibilities:
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Deliver, serve and collect all patient food requirements and meal trays
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Assist in daily food preparation and basic meal assembly
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Clean and maintain utensils and kitchen equipment in accordance with hospital & industry food safety and hygiene standards
Essential Criteria:
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Current Food Processing Certificate Level 1 (working towards or willing to attain)
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Prior experience in Healthcare Food Services
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Passion for delivering exceptional customer service
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Demonstrated ability to work without supervision as well as a part of a team
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Excellent time management skills
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Flexible to work a variety of shifts - early/late shifts & weekend work
Why Healthscope?
When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.
You'll also benefit from:
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Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network
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Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
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Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth
We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.
Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.
Applications close: 13th August 2026
To apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to Michael D’lima- Support Services Manager on 0434527348
Please include a cover letter and your CV along with the contact details of 2 professional referees.
More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.
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