Casual Hospital Kitchen Assistant

Compass Group New Zealand; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra Pay on weekends

NZQA qualifications & apprenticeships

Career progression

Discounts on health insurance

Free uniform

Job summary

Compass Group New Zealand is hiring casual Kitchen Hands at Taranaki Hospital in New Plymouth. The role offers casual hours with flexibility to fit around your lifestyle and other commitments.

You will assist with food preparation, dishwashing, meal service and general kitchen duties in a hospital setting, working with a supportive team and a focus on patient meals and hygienic practices.

Qualifications

• You will be a reliable team player with a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering great service.
• Experience in food preparation or kitchen work.
• Food Safety Certificate (Unit Standard 167), or willingness to complete one.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• A friendly, outgoing personality with a "can do" attitude.
• A commitment to health, safety, and workplace procedures.

Responsibilities

• Providing excellent customer service to patients
• Maintaining clean and tidy kitchen and dining areas
• Washing dishes and supporting tray line service
• Delivering meals to patients
• Assisting with basic food preparation
• Following food safety and hygiene standards

Skills

Food safety

Kitchen experience

Customer service

Time management

Team player

Willing to complete certificate

Job description

Compass Group New Zealand is hiring casual Kitchen Hands at Taranaki Hospital in New Plymouth. The role offers casual hours with flexibility to fit around your lifestyle and other commitments.

You will assist with food preparation, dishwashing, meal service and general kitchen duties in a hospital setting, working with a supportive team and a focus on patient meals and hygienic practices.