Kitchen Assistant | Ashburton
- Ashburton - Ashburton Health Campus
- Fixed term from 15.5.26 to 10.01.2027 - Casual position to cover annual leave and sick leave (must be available Monday to Sunday from 7 am to 7pm)
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
Are you looking to contribute to the community in a meaningful way?
Health New Zealand is looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join the Ashburton Hospital WellFood Department. Join our dedicated and hard-working WellFood Department and help feed our tūroro (patients) and whānau (families).
You will be responsible for:
- Carrying out the general kitchen and cleaning duties which will include washing dishes
- Providing great customer service to our tūroro (patients) and their whānau
- Trayline dishing up of meals and desserts
- Collecting meal trays from our tūroro (patients)
- Closing the café
Starting rate $28.63 per hour. Based on the E tū Service and Food Workers collective agreement
About You
We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and flexible
candidate who is able to bring their passion to the Ashburton kitchen. WellFood
is looking for motivated and punctual kaimahi (staff) to join our kapa (team).
Skills and Experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong teamwork and relationship skills
- Good time management and an eye for detail.
- A flexible approach and a ‘can do’ attitude
- Focus, determination and a sense of pride in your work
- Previous experience in a similar environment would be advantageous
Benefits
- Ongoing training and development
- Time and a half on weekends and double time on Public Holidays
- Health New Zealand employee benefits
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal.