About the role

Mater is seeking friendly and reliable Food Service Assistants to join our South Brisbane team on either a casual or permanent part-time basis.

We have a mixture of permanent part-time and casual positions available. The part-time position is 50 hours per fortnight, with the ability to pick up extra shifts where you would like to. This is a Fixed rotating roster, with shifts varying between 5 and 8 hours in length.

As a Food Service Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring our patients enjoy a safe, efficient, and high-quality meal service experience, contributing to the compassionate care Mater is known for. We are seeking a candidate who is flexible and able to work any day of the week on a rotating roster.

Please note, we will be conducting a group styled interview session Friday 6th November. If successful in being invited to attend an interview, you will need to be able to attend this session.

 Salary range: $32.82 - $35.39 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,550 + access to many staff benefits! 

 What you’ll be doing

As a Food Service Assistant, you will transport patient meal trolleys, deliver meals to patients promptly, and adhere to all food safety guidelines. You will greet patients courteously, understand their dietary needs, and work collaboratively with the kitchen team to meet service standards. Additionally, you will contribute to maintaining equipment, and upholding health and safety protocols as well as meal delivery the role will entail working on the Plating Line in the kitchens. Some of their duties are:

• Preparing, assembling and restocking food items according to patient orders and dietary requirements.
• Accurately allocating food items to trays according to patient orders.
• Performing dishwashing and general cleaning duties.

 About you

We are looking for a team-oriented, dependable individual with a passion for supporting patients through excellent service, who has:

• Availability to work any day of the week. This does not mean you will work all 7 days, however the ideal candidate would be readily available on any day (occasionally at short notice), as this role supports shift coverage on a permanent rotating roster.
• Completion of Food Safety & Hygiene Training.
• Ability to follow procedures, recipes, and dietary requirements accurately.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a friendly, professional approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to maintaining patient safety, confidentiality, and quality service standards.

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world-class expertise across healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research. With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a values-driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.

What’s in it for you?

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
• Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs
• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay by up to $18,550 per year, including up to $15,900 for everyday living expenses (such as rent, mortgage repayments and school fees) and up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment + possibility to salary package a car!
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
• Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets
• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters

Whether you're looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GetBetterWithMater

Applications close 4th November 2026  –please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW.

Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage. 

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