Department of Human Services
Job reference: 849032
Location: 5085 - NORTHGATE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.

Disability and Specialised Services

Our Disability and Specialised Services (DaSS) Division delivers essential support to South Australians through high-quality NDIS services, sector reform, inclusion-focused policy. We provide direct disability supports through Supported Independent Living, and specialised care through our Disability, Clinical and Quality Services, as well as Aged Care Projects. Our work is strengthened by Corporate and Engagement teams, ensuring strong governance, collaboration and positive outcomes for people we support. 

• Exciting opportunity to work within the SA Government Public Sector
• Make a difference for South Australians
• Support vulnerable South Australians

The Catering and Domestic Officer is a role within DHS, Disability Services, Northgate and is accountable to the Nurse Unit Manager for:
• assisting in food preparation and meal service for people with a disability
• assisting in catering activities including meal service and clean up
• ordering and receipt of food/meals
• liaising with Northgate staff and food providers
• assisting in preparing and participation in food audits
• performing domestic duties, including maintaining a safe and clean environment at the Northgate site
• providing practical support and assistance to residents in the preparation and service of breakfast.

Key outcomes and accountabilities:
1. Ordering food through Northgate's approved food providers.
2. Ensure that a high standard of cleanliness is maintained at Northgate by implementing and adhering to the documented cleaning schedule.
3. Receive stock, load and unload goods, and assist with transferring prepared meals to and from ovens; and preparing and/or cooking food for functions as required.
4. Operate specific equipment for cooking of food items, catered style food items, reheating meals and prepare special fluids if required.
5. Serve well-presented plated meals in accordance with the daily menu.
6. Clean food service equipment including washing dishes, floors and environments and follow the Food Safety Program and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) Principles.
7. Complete required documentation including temperature taking of fridges, meals, dishwashers and checking house temperature documentation.
8. Assist in the promoting of high-quality service delivery to older people with a cognitive impairment. 

National Police Check required.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver's licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
NDIS Clearance
This is a part-time opportunity with two positions available. 

WHA3 - Health Ancillary Employee

$62,410-$63,059

Term up to twelve (12) months

Surinder Singh
Phone: 08 8266 8000
Email: surinder.singh2@sa.gov.au

Diversity and Inclusion

DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at dhsrecruitment@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.

Applications close: 07/07/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Description - Catering and Domestic Officer - WHA3.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.