Casual Kitchen Assistant
Location: Hutt Hospital
Contract: Casual Kitchen Assistant (Rostered and Rotating)
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.
About the Role
In this position, your main responsibility would be to prepare and serve meals to patients in the hospital wards. You will collaborate closely with our kitchen team to assist in simple food preparation, clean dishes using an industrial dishwasher, arrange plates, and ensure a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen environment. We have three shifts available in the Kitchen 7am-4pm, 10:30-7pm and 4pm-7pm, this job is basically a cover for all the shifts mentioned above. Candidates with flexible availability would be given preference.
About the Team/Service Location
We are a group of 46 individuals with diverse backgrounds, united by our commitment to delivering high-quality and delicious meals to our patients, staff, and visitors. Despite our busy workday, we find joy in sharing laughter amongst ourselves. We strongly promote a collaborative team atmosphere.
About you
We are seeking an individual who is experienced in working with a team, coupled with a positive and proactive mind-set. The ideal candidate should be accustomed to operating within a fast-paced team setting. Proficiency in multitasking, displaying punctuality, and exhibiting respect for deadlines are essential qualities. Moreover, the candidate should excel in handling work pressure working at Health New Zealand.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 7th July. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Simratpal.singh@huttvalleydhb.org.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.