Food Service Aid (X2 Posts) – Entry-Level Government Job in Pretoria – Ref No: FSA

Job Title: Food Service Aid (X2 Posts) – Ref No: FSA

Salary: R131,265 per annum
Location: Pretoria

Requirements:

• Education: NQF Level 1 or 2 (ABET Level 2 Certificate or equivalent)
• Skills & Competencies:
  • Ability to read and write
  • Basic knowledge of food preparation
  • Understanding of hygiene principles
  • Ability to operate food service equipment
  • Good interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Catering Support Services:
  • Assist in preparing food, snacks, and beverages (water, hot and cold drinks).
  • Manage boardroom bookings, including confirming and updating schedules.
  • Serve food and beverages during meetings and events.
  • Monitor food supplies, report waste and losses, and ensure quality control of all food served.
• Kitchen & Hygiene Maintenance:
  • Clean kitchen utensils and equipment, ensuring everything is stocked and ready for use.
  • Apply hygiene and safety measures in food preparation and service.
  • Manage cleaning materials, supplies, and garbage disposal.

Application Process:

• Enquiries: Contact the Recruitment Office at (012) 394-5286/43097.
• How to Apply: Submit your application to recruitment9@dsbd.gov.za, quoting the reference number “REF NO: FSA” in the subject line.
• Diversity Commitment: The Department of Small Business Development encourages applications from candidates who will enhance representivity in terms of race, disability, youth, and gender, in line with the DSBD EE Plan.

Department of Small Business Development

The Department of Small Business Development is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. The department is committed to promoting representivity in terms of race, gender, youth, and disability. Preference will be given to candidates whose transfer, promotion, or appointment will enhance representivity.

Closing Date: 25 October 2024, 16:00

Applications received after this deadline will not be considered. The department is dedicated to diversity and redress. As per the DSBD Employment Equity (EE) Plan, preference will be given to African males, Coloured males or females, Indian females, and White males.

Application Process:

• Submission Format: Applications must be sent via email to the relevant address and must include the correct reference number in the subject line.
• Document Formats: Only MS Word and PDF formats will be accepted.
• Required Documents:
  • Fully completed and signed Z83 form (updated version effective from 01 January 2021, available here)
  • Recent comprehensive CV

Note: Submission of copies of qualifications, ID, and other relevant documents is required only for shortlisted candidates. Non-South African citizens must provide proof of permanent residence in South Africa if shortlisted.

Additional Information:

• Personnel suitability checks will be conducted during the selection process.
• Candidates may be asked to provide consent for access to their social media accounts.
• Shortlisted candidates for SMS (Senior Management Service) and optionally MMS (Middle Management Service) posts will undergo:
  1. A technical exercise
  2. A generic managerial competency assessment

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear back within one month of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Successful Candidate Obligations:

• A performance agreement must be signed within three months of appointment.
• A financial interests declaration form must be completed within one month of appointment and annually thereafter.

The Department reserves the right not to fill or withdraw any advertised posts.