This vacancy has closed. It closed on 24 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

FOOD SERVICES AID

Department of Defence

Reference number: SG 01/24/26/25
Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum (Level 02)
Centre: 3 Military Hospital, Bloemfontein
Province: Free State
Closing date: 24 July 2026
Circular: No 24 of 2026

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.

Where to send your application

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

Enquiries

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

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 24 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 10 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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