Kitchen Assistant

3 days ago

Hastings, New Zealand North Island - Hawkes Bay Hastings Full time

**Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital, Nutrition & Food Service**
- **Permanent, Part-time 24 hours per fortnight (0.3 FTE)**

- **Work rostered, rotating shifts of 3 hours during the evening period (4:45 PM - 7:45 PM)**

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

**About the Role**
As a Kitchen Assistant, youll be part of a dedicated team preparing and serving meals that meet patients dietary needs and preferences. Youll ensure meals are accurate, well-presented, and delivered on time, while maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety. This role also involves cleaning kitchen areas and equipment, monitoring food temperatures, and supporting a positive team culture.

Youll need to be physically capable of meeting the demands of the role, including lifting up to 10kg, standing and walking for rostered shifts, and being able to squat and kneel when required.

**About the Team/Service/ Location**

Our Nutrition & Food Service team at Hawkes Bay Hospital plays a vital role in supporting patient wellbeing through nutritious, high-quality meals. We work collaboratively to ensure safe food practices and excellent service across the hospital.

Hawkes Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about, click HERE to take a closer look at what Hawkes Bay has to offer.

**About you**

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will bring:

- Experience in food service (desirable) and a strong understanding of hygiene and safety practices.
- Effective communication skills and a positive, problem-solving attitude.
- Physical capability to lift up to 10kg, stand/walk for shifts, and squat/kneel as needed.
- A commitment to teamwork, customer service, and culturally safe practice.
- A food hygiene certificate or relevant qualification (advantageous).

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