Food Services Aid

Closing date: 24 Jul 2026
Department: Department of Defence

Reference number: SG 01/24/26/25

Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum (Level 02)

Centre: 3 Military Hospital, Bloemfontein

Requirements

A minimum of ABET qualification.
No experience required.
Special Requirements (Skills needed): Ability to communicate effectively (verbal) in English.
Basic knowledge of health and safety.
Knowledge of food preparation and equipment.
Working in shifts.
Good interpersonal relation and punctuality.

Duties

Operate kitchen appliances.
Prepare meals and snacks according to ration scales and daily menu.
Assisting with dishing up of meals.
Assist with food preparation during field exercise.
Clean trays in wards.
Lay out bed table for clients, fetch food from the kitchen in food warming trolley.
Control the food before leaving the kitchen for special diet and the correct amount for the clients.
Serve tea or coffee.
Collect dishes after meal.
Take trolleys back to the kitchen after using.
Wash client’s water bottles and supply them with fresh water daily.
Mop the kitchen floor after each meal.
Wash cupboards and walls weekly, ensure that the diet lists are taken in time to the kitchen.

Enquiries

Maj L. Tshita Tel No: (051) 402 2213

Applications

Department of Defence, 3 Military Hospital Private Bag X40003, Brandhof or
hand deliver to 3 Military Hospital, Furstenberg Road, Tempe Military Base,
9324 or email to 3milHR@dod.mil.za

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