Busamed Private Hospitals invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for the positions of General Assistant based at Harrismith Hospital and Housekeeping Assistant based at Bram Fischer Hospital under the Monate Hospital Catering Department. These roles are vital in maintaining high standards of service, hygiene, and efficiency within the hospital environment. Successful candidates will be responsible for supporting daily operations, ensuring cleanliness, and delivering excellent customer service in line with the organisation’s commitment to quality healthcare and hospitality.
Available Positions:
- General Assistant – Harrismith Hospital
- Housekeeping Assistant – Bram Fischer Hospital
Applicants must have a Grade 12 qualification, with a Certificate in Hospitality considered advantageous. A minimum of two years’ experience in a hospitality or healthcare environment is required. Candidates should possess strong attention to detail, good communication skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure. Preference will be given to individuals with prior experience in a private healthcare setting. The closing date for applications is 28 October 2025.
Position: General Assistant
Location: Hospital Harrismith
Department: Monate Hospital Catering
Summary
The General Assistant will be responsible for supporting the overall operations by taking customer orders, preparing basic drinks, maintaining cleanliness, stocking shelves, and performing other general tasks to ensure a smooth customer experience, all while adhering to hygiene and safety standards.
Requirements
- Certificate in Hospitality will be advantageous
- Grade 12
Work Experience
- +- 2 years working in the hospitality environment
- Working experience in private healthcare will be advantageous
Knowledge
- Greeting customers in a friendly manner and taking food and drink orders
- Serving beverages such as coffee, espresso-based drinks, tea and other specialty drinks
- Serving food items such as soups, sandwiches and pastries
- Answering customers’ questions about menu choices
- Promoting and recommending menu options to customers
- Tracking and ordering inventory for cafe and beverage supplies, such as coffee beans, milk, napkins and cups
- Maintaining espresso machines, grinders, coffee machines and other equipment by cleaning, troubleshooting and scheduling repairs
- Keeping the work environment and cafe seating area clean, sanitary and organized
- Responding to and resolving customer concerns or complaints
- Cleaning and rearranging the store after hours
- Evaluating and modifying processes to improve efficiency and quality of service
- Attracting new customers and refining the menu
Position: Housekeeping
Location: Hospital Bram Fischer
Department: Monate Hospital Catering
Summary
The General Assistant will be responsible for supporting the overall operations by taking customer orders, preparing basic drinks, maintaining cleanliness, stocking shelves, and performing other general tasks to ensure smooth customer experience, all while adhering to hygiene and safety standards.
Requirements
- Certificate in Hospitality will be advantageous
- Grade 12
Work Experience
- +- 2 years working in the hospitality environment
- Working experience in private healthcare will be advantageous
Knowledge
- Clean and sanitise kitchens, dining areas, storerooms.
- Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors daily to maintain hygiene standards.
- Wash walls, windows, and surfaces regularly.
- Clean fridges, ovens, stoves, and other kitchen equipment as directed.
- Ensure waste bins are emptied and cleaned frequently.
- Follow the company’s cleaning schedule and hygiene procedures.
- Keeping the work environment clean.
- Responding to and resolving customer concerns or complaints.
- Cleaning and rearranging the store after hours.
- Evaluating and modifying processes to improve efficiency and quality of service.
Closing Date: 28 Oct 2025
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted with a detailed CV, certified copies of qualifications, and a copy of a valid ID. Each application should clearly indicate the position being applied for in the subject line or on the application form. Candidates are encouraged to ensure that all documents are legible and submitted before the closing date, as late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Shortlisted applicants may be contacted for interviews or further assessments.
Candidates must click on the links below to apply for the respective positions. Each link will direct applicants to the online application portal for the General Assistant and Housekeeping Assistant vacancies at Busamed Private Hospitals. Ensure that all required information and supporting documents are uploaded before submitting the application.