Food Production Unit Assistant - Royal Prince Alfred Hospital

Classification:  Hospital Assistant Grade 2
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Remuneration: $62,315.82 per annum plus shift allowances and 12% superannuation
Hours per week: 38
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Applications Close: 11:59pm, Wednesday 26 August 2026.

HealthShare NSW is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and we encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, LGBTIQ+ communities, veterans, carers and people with disability.

About the opportunity

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a positive difference behind the scenes in healthcare? HealthShare NSW is seeking dedicated and reliable Food Production Unit Assistants to join our team. You'll play an important role in supporting the delivery of nutritious meals to patients across NSW Health facilities.

In this non-patient-facing role, you will assist with the preparation and assembly of meals in accordance with patient dietary needs and nutritional requirements while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness. You will contribute to a safe and efficient food production environment by ensuring food handling practices comply with relevant policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Your duties will include meal preparation and assembly, picking and packing orders, recording stock intake and rotation, dishwashing and cleaning of equipment and food preparation areas, waste management, and providing general administrative support as required.

About us

HealthShare NSW touches the lives of NSW Health employees and patients every single day by delivering services that keep our public hospitals and health facilities running.

Watch Our HealthShare NSW story video to learn more about the work we do and the diverse range of roles we have on offer.

Additional benefits

We reward our employees with a terrific range of benefits, including:

• Great leave conditions: enjoy one day off each month as an ADO, annual leave loading (a bonus extra payment of 17.5%) and 14 weeks’ paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Salary packaging and novated leasing: you can access up to $2782 extra per year in your pay
• Wellbeing programs: access an array of wellbeing programs designed to support your physical, mental, and emotional health
• Commitment to career development: expansive free online training, talent programs, study leave and internal development opportunities to accelerate your career
• Rewarding role and community contribution: make a difference in people's lives by assisting those in need and actively contributing to your community.

Please note some benefits may only apply to certain employment types.

How to apply

• Click Apply Now at the top of the page.
• Attach your resume and answer the screening questions.

We recognise that AI tools are increasingly being used to assist with resumes and applications. While we accept their use, we encourage applicants to provide genuine responses in their own words.

Additional information 

• HealthShare NSW assesses candidates in line with the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework, which describes the capabilities and behaviours required for roles across the NSW public sector. The specific capabilities for this role are outlined in the Position Description. Learn more: https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/public-sector-capability-framework
• If successful following the application close date, you will be required to attend interview as well as reference checks
• Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, or valid work visa). Permanent roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents, while temporary and casual roles welcome applicants with a visa.
• If you are identified as a preferred candidate and are external to HealthShare NSW, you will be required to complete a pre-employment health assessment (at no cost to you) to confirm your ability to safely perform the duties of the role. Employment is subject to successful completion of all pre-employment checks.
• An eligibility list from this recruitment may be created for future casual, permanent, or temporary full-time or part-time positions within the next 6 months. 

Contact information

Please contact **********@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role. Any career portal support questions can be directed to our customer service team at 1300 679 ***.

For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to a HealthShare NSW Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact ***************@health.nsw.gov.au
Support is also available through the Stepping Up website. 

Please let ***************@health.nsw.gov.au know if you need any adjustments to the recruitment or interview process (e.g. physical accessibility, interview setup, or scheduling). Candidates with a disability can also use this email for confidential advice and support during the recruitment process.