POST 42/142 : FOOD SERVICE AID REF NO: 281125/23
Branch: Ministry
Div: Office of The Deputy Minister
SALARY : R138 486 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE : Pretoria, Head Office

REQUIREMENTS : An NQF level (1) or (2) Certificate or relevant qualification. N6 or Diploma in Hospitality & Catering Services will serve as an added advantage. Two (2) years’ experience in food preparation and serving environment will serve as an added advantage. Three (3) years of experience working as a cleaner will be an added advantage. Ability to work under pressure. Basic knowledge keeping kitchen utensils clean and safe. Knowledge of sanitation, health and safety procedures. Knowledge of hygiene standards. Knowledge of inventory procedures and techniques. Knowledge of food preparation techniques. Knowledge in dishing out food. Basic knowledge in quality management. Willing to work shifts and overtime.

DUTIES : Clean kitchen utensils and equipment. Provide catering support services. Keep stock of kitchen utensils and equipment. Apply hygiene and safety measures. Maintain quality control measures of all food provided. Removal of garbage disposal. Prepare food, snacks, beverages (water, tea, coffee, sugar, and cold drinks). Setup and convey crockery, cutlery and equipment to dining areas. Serve food and beverages. Responsible for food suppliers and report waste and losses.

ENQUIRIES : Tel No: Ms P Mabelane Tel No: (012) 336 6783
APPLICATIONS : Click here to Apply

DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION
CLOSING DATE : 28 November 2025
NOTE : Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/ Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity document, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B on the online Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No
late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference checks criminal and credit checks). SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualifications (only when shortlisted). Applications that do not comply with the abovementioned requirements will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates pertaining to Senior Management Services (SMS) posts will be subjected to a technical and competency assessment and a pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of government is required prior to the appointment. Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted). The Department of Water Sanitation is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996) the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Faxed applications will not be considered. The department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets.